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How can I stimulate my sick dog's appetite?

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What can I do at home to stimulate my dog's appetite? Warm your dog's canned food. When something smells good it's more tempting to eat. . Add something yummy to the food. . Try hand feeding your dog and giving extra TLC at mealtime. . Ask your vet about over-the-counter medications.


What do you feed a sick dog with no appetite?

1Chicken and Rice. Chicken and rice are prime ingredients in many dog foods, and these mild foods sit well on upset canine stomachs. ... 2Shredded Chicken. Shredded chicken is easy on upset stomachs and acts as a huge eating incentive for dogs with decreased appetites. ... 3Pumpkin. ... 4Bone Broth. ... 5Baby Food.

What opens a dog appetite?

To increase your dog's appetite, try adding canned dog food or warm broth to its food before you feed it, which will make the food more appealing. You can also try taking your dog for a walk before each meal to help stimulate its appetite.

How long can sick dog go without eating?

A dog can go 2-3 days without eating, unless it is also showing symptoms of serious illness. If refusing food or water seem to go along with other symptoms of sickness, you should take your dog to the vet immediately.

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