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  Dogs rummage through the trash, cats climb trees and jump on counters, and birds fly into windows. It's all part of being a pet owner - dealing with the occasional mess or broken item. But sometimes, pets can get into dangerous, even life-threatening things. One such hazard is foreign body ingestion. Foreign body ingestion occurs when an animal ingests something that is not meant to be eaten. Examples include needles, coins, rocks, strings, buttons, and toy parts. Animals will often eat these things out of curiosity or boredom.  In some cases, they may be seeking attention from their owners. Regardless of the reason, foreign body ingestion can be hazardous for pets.  The Dangers of Foreign Body Ingestion Foreign bodies can cause problems at any point along the digestive tract. They may become lodged in the esophagus, stomach, or intestines. When animals swallow something they shouldn't, it can cause blockages that prevent food and water from passing through the digestiv...