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What do you feed a dog that won't eat?

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For feeding a sick dog that won't eat, most vets recommend bland chicken with white rice or white meat from a rotisserie chicken. Other options are sweet potatoes, unseasoned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling!), bone broth, and meat-based baby food.


What is the best thing to feed a dog that won't eat?

Mix in a little human food to see if that does the trick. Good options are plain chicken, fish or a little low-sodium beef/chicken broth, steamed or boiled butternut squash, sweet potatoes or pumpkin. Just make sure you don't give them any ingredients harmful to dogs, like onion or garlic.

What do you do when your dog won't eat?

What to do when your dog won't eat1Cutting back on treats.2Feeding your pet on a regular schedule, usually at least twice a day.3Making mealtime a fun time for your pet, such as by playing with a toy that dispenses food or rewarding your dog with food for doing a trick.4Taking your dog for a walk before mealtime.Dog Not Eating? Possible Causes and Appetite Solutions

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