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Why is my dog eating half his food?

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A dog not eating food full is not necessarily mean a serious disease. However, it requires immediate visit to the veterinary doctor to ascertain the cause of this change. Loss of appetite could be a sign of cancer, infections, pain, liver problem, kidney failures, stress, and environmental problems. 16 июн. 2017 г.


Why does my dog only eat half?

This is referred to as partial anorexia and it typically occurs because your dog doesn't feel well. Partial anorexia means a dog will eat, but only if something special, such as treats or table scraps like chicken or beef, are added to the food.

Do dogs get bored of their food?

The majority of dogs don't get bored of their food. Whilst humans have around 9000 taste buds, dogs only have about 1700 – meaning they're just not interested in a variety of food in the same way we are.

Why does my dog eat one piece of food at a time?

It wants to be able to keep an eye on the rest of the food in the bowl. If your dog is taking her food to the living room, she could be trying to protect her food, or she also might be lonely and looking for some company at dinnertime.

Why is my dog barely eating his food?

Dogs may go off their food because of changes in their environment, stress, an adverse reaction to drugs, and nausea. Dental problems, pain and internal obstructions can also cause dogs to lose their appetite.

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