Usually your pooch has a hefty appetite, sometimes even begging for handouts. But when you start to notice your dog not eating, it can be really concerning. There\u2019s a lot of different reasons your pup won\u2019t eat, but it\u2019s important to find out exactly why so you can get a treatment plan set quickly.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s also good to remember to be mindful about how you are judging or observing your dog\u2019s diet. Guidelines on food bags are averages, so it\u2019s normal if your dog only eats about 60-70% of the amount stated. But if this is abnormal for your dog, loss of appetite can indicate illness or distress.<\/p>\n
Just like humans, dogs have various reasons for not eating:<\/p>\n
Decreased appetite<\/a> is often associated with illness, especially combined with other symptoms. Loss of appetite doesn’t necessarily mean it\u2019s a serious illness, but taking your dog to the vet as soon as possible to rule out cancer, infection, pain, and kidney or liver failure.<\/p>\n Your pooch\u2019s mouth might be the cause of them not wanting to eat. There\u2019s nothing worse than eating with tooth or gum pain, so make sure to get them checked for oral problems like a loose or broken tooth, gingivitis, or tumors.<\/p>\n Although it is rare, there are some adverse effects dogs can face due to getting vaccinated. This issue usually is brief, but can cause loss of appetite.<\/p>\n If your pup was eating healthy before a trip, new location, or move, then their loss of appetite may be caused by stress, nervousness, uncomfortability, or motion sickness<\/a>.<\/p>\n Some dogs are just more particular about what they eat, they could just not like the food you\u2019re giving them! But this conclusion should usually be a last resort to rule out any potential illnesses.<\/p>\n Dogs are also sensitive to different situations. So if you\u2019re feeding them in a space or situation they\u2019re uncomfortable, feeling unsafe, or can\u2019t easily access their food, then they may refuse to eat.<\/p>\n It\u2019s important to first figure out where the loss of appetite is coming from. Your dog\u2019s vet will likely recommend a plan of action that includes a prescription diet or medicine if your dog is ill. If your dog is already ill they may not want to indulge in their new unsavory diet, so don\u2019t force them to only eat this as they may just start to starve themselves.<\/p>\n If problems continue to arise, your vet will likely recommend syringe-feeding or a feeding tube. But if your dog isn\u2019t eating due to their behavior or distress at mealtime, then you can try:<\/p>\n You never want to see your pup in pain, and not eating can be an easy indicator of this! So if you are in doubt of what\u2019s wrong with your dog, don\u2019t hesitate to take them in for a check up.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Usually your pooch has a hefty appetite, sometimes even begging for handouts. But when you start to notice your dog not eating, it can be really concerning. There\u2019s a lot of different reasons your pup won\u2019t eat, but it\u2019s important to find out exactly why so you can get a treatment plan set quickly. It\u2019s…<\/p>\nDental<\/h3>\n
Vaccinations<\/h3>\n
Traveling or Unfamiliar Situations<\/h3>\n
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Loss of Appetite Treatment<\/h2>\n
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