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What should I do if my dog won't eat?

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Pour chicken broth, beef broth, clam juice, or tuna water over the food to make it more appealing. Pour warm water over dry food to make it softer. Feeding your dog dry food if they usually only eat wet food or vice versa. Try hand-feeding, as social eaters sometimes just want attention.


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

Don't Feed Your Dog:Because…Raw EggsThere's a risk of salmonella or E.coliRaw Fish or MeatThere's a risk of parasitesUncooked Yeast DoughIt can rise in your dog's stomach or cause alcohol poisoningFat TrimmingsThey can cause pancreatitis in dogs

How long can a dog go without eating?

Most healthy dogs can go up to five days without food, though that number is only true if your pet is still drinking plenty of water. Some can even go up to seven days without, though you should never let things get that far without taking your dog to the vet.

What happens if a dog doesn't eat for 2 days?

If your dog is quiet, not themselves, or displaying any other symptoms like vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness or lethargy; or has not eaten at all for 2 days then you should seek veterinary attention.

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