Battery Ingestion Can Cause Severe Damage

A veterinarian will be able to confirm with a radiograph whether your pet really has ingested a battery.

If your dog has ingested batteries, take them to the veterinarian immediately. Potashev Aleksandr/Shutterstock

Q: We’re pretty sure our dog, Holly, ate a remote control with its batteries, because we can’t find it anywhere. She seems normal. What should we do?

A: Take Holly to her veterinarian immediately for a physical exam and radiographs, often called X-rays.