I came home from work today and my dog was drooling incessantly. I tried to get into his mouth, but he battled me and when I finally left him alone vomited this I’m wondering if anybody in my groups knows what those black things are because they’re hard to put your fingernail through. I have no idea what the hell they are.

animal or the specific situation (often observed in pets or small livestock), this could indicate:

• Mucus-coated cecotropes or digestive disturbances (common in lagomorphs or small mammals).

• Abnormal intestinal secretions or feces mixed with debris (sometimes seen in birds, reptiles, or mammals experiencing digestive irritation or stasis).

• The presence of foreign objects or undigested food mixed with fecal mucus.

Steps to take / things to monitor

• Consult a veterinarian if this is from a domestic animal (such as a rabbit, cat, dog, or rodent), especially if the animal shows signs of lethargy,