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Can puppies go off dry food?

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A sudden disinterest in food may mean your puppy is sick, perhaps intestinal woes. If you suspect something may be wrong, make an appointment with your puppy's veterinarian. If your puppy eats other kinds of food (like wet food or snacks) and refuses to touch his dry food, he may just be a picky eater.


Is it normal for puppies to go off their food?

Puppies sometimes go off their food – there's nothing unusual about that. If your puppy seems fine in themselves, skipping a meal isn't a major concern – just remember that for recently weaned puppies, it's important they eat regularly as they're prone to low blood sugar.

Do dogs go off their dry food?

Dry dog food does expire. Unopened, a bag of dry dog food can last up to two years, says Chavez. Once the bag is opened, it is only good for a few weeks. “Kibble is ultra-processed pet food and contains preservatives designed to give it a longer shelf life,” Chavez says.

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