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Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS

Dog not eating? Here’s 11 things you need to check, according to a vet

Dog not eating, lying down in front of a bowl of dry dog food, looking up at the camera with its paw out.

If your dog is not eating, it could be a sign that they’re not feeling too well. This could happen for a range of reasons – from nausea and dental pain to stomach upset or food intolerances – that need to be addressed and looked into. However, if they’re being fed the best dog food elsewhere, it might just be a case of overfeeding!

Since our pet pooches don’t speak the same language as us, figuring out what’s going on inside can be tricky, making it harder to give them the care they need. Because this is often a sign of an underlying health issue or a worsening problem, it’s always wise to have them checked by a vet.

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