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Puppy devours 24 socks, a scrunchie and more, undergoes emergency surgery to survive
A puppy in California underwent life-saving surgery after swallowing 24 socks, a onesie, and more.
Pet owners often deal with their furry companions chewing on household items, but one Bernese Mountain dog took it to a dangerous level. Luna, a playful 7-month-old pup, had a near-fatal experience after swallowing an 24 socks, a onesie, a shoe insert, a scrunchie, and two hair ties. The shocking incident took place in California, and only emergency surgery saved her life, according to the Corona Animal Emergency Centre.
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Rushed to the vet
Luna’s owners noticed something was seriously wrong when she began vomiting and had a swollen, firm abdomen. Alarmed, they rushed her to the emergency animal hospital. Vets quickly conducted an examination and discovered a severe intestinal blockage caused by an array of clothing items she had swallowed.
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The veterinary team performed two critical procedures: a gastrotomy to clear her stomach and an enterotomy to remove the onesie that was causing a major obstruction. The clinic later shared details of the surgery on Instagram, writing, “Against all odds, Luna pulled through and is now wagging her tail again.”
A bizarre collection of items
The clinic also posted photos of the recovered socks and an X-ray showing Luna’s clogged intestines. The images left pet owners stunned, with many taking to the comments section to express their amazement and relief that Luna survived.
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One user commented, "I'm so happy things went well for Luna. Best wishes for a speedy recovery and a healthier start!" Another added, "That must have been terrifying for everyone. So glad she's recovering!"
A third person joked, "She had a whole laundry hamper inside her!" while another praised the vets, writing, "Holy moly! Great work to your team—what a case!"
Many users also shared their own experiences with mischievous pets, with one joking, "Guess I should start keeping an eye on my dog’s sock-stealing habits before we end up in the ER too!"
