Many dogs scarf down anything placed in front of them, so you may be wondering why your dog sniffs their food and walks away.
As loving dog owners, this can be tough to watch and may cause you to worry.
Let’s break down what could be affecting your dog’s ability or willingness to eat and what you can do to coax them into eating again.
Why Won’t My Dog Eat?
Dogs refuse to eat for many different reasons ranging from their dislike of the food to medical conditions to changes in their environment.
Medical Conditions
Before anything else, it’s important to rule out any potential medical conditions that may be causing your dog to be disinterested in their food.
If your dog is sick, they may not feel like eating. Just like us, having a virus can make them lose their appetite entirely. So if your dog has recently shown signs of illness, like vomiting or diarrhea, we recommend reaching out to your vet to treat the root problem.
Another culprit could be a recent change in medication. Certain medications and antibiotics can cause nausea or stomach aches. Speak with your vet about any recent changes to your dog’s medical treatment to see if those changes could be affecting their willingness to eat.
Anxiety
Much like us, anxiety can cause our dogs to have upset stomachs and they may avoid food as a result.
Consider any recent changes to your dog’s environment. Have you moved homes recently? Have you…
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