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Should you force feed a dog that won't eat?

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You can force-feed him with a syringe if he doesn't seem hungry but hasn't eaten. Before trying this, you can also work to make the food in his bowl more tempting. Try switching to wet food instead of dry kibble. Or try adding some dog-safe baby food to his food.


What to feed a dog who refuses to eat?

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.

How can I force my sick dog to eat?

Add a couple spoonsful of tuna, salmon, mackeral, anchovies or another fish product to your dog's or cat's food. Avoid giving too much canned fish, as the salt and other preservatives can be harmful. A small amount to entice a sick pet to eat is usually ok.

Is it OK to syringe feed a dog?

It is a method of nutritional support used when a temporary illness or health problem compromises the appetite, and nutritional deficiency becomes possible. Syringe feeding can help provide minimal nutrition until a pet's normal appetite and energy return.

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