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I have read conflicting advice. My dog ate chicken bones and skin out of the garbage there were no wings. I don't know if there were leg bones or not. I think it was mostly the body. Should I give my dog food to eat like rice or bread. I also read cotton balls? What do I do other than watch and wait? Thank you so much, I am a nervous wreck!

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Carmela -

Please do not give your dog cotton balls!!!!!!!!!!   If you are concerned about his eating the chicken bones, take him to the vet to be examined.  His doctor can better determine the best course of action.  

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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM  

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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

Expertise

General questions about the care and diseases of small animals

Experience

I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years; Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years

Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association American Association of Feline Practitioners Association of Shelter Veterinarians

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B.S. Biology Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University Extensive CE in Feline Medicine

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