You may have noticed that your pet dog is interested in the cat's litter box. So don't be surprised if he starts approaching the litter box and takes a bite from it. If you are lucky, you might catch your dog before he reaches the box to prevent him from eating anything. But if you get to your dog a bit too late, then you will have no choice but to clean up afterward.
But if your pet dog starts to vomit or doubles over in pain, you should bring him to the vet immediately. Remember that consuming large amounts of cat litter may block the passage in the stomach. And in some cases, your dog will need surgery to get it removed.
Your dog can also get intestinal parasites when he consumes fecal matter. Cats that don’t have regular parasite screening tests may unknowingly have infestations. This is also true if the cat stays outdoors most of the time.
Make sure that your pet’s preventatives and vaccinations are up to date by calling your vet hospital Ashburn, VA. Learn more here.