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Why is my dog losing weight so quickly?

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Weight loss in dogs is the result of a calorie deficit. This may be caused by high energy demands, poor quality food, or a number of health issues. A sudden weight loss can be caused by many different diseases including dental problems, intestinal parasites, diabetes, and cancer.


What can cause rapid weight loss in dogs?

Reasons for Rapid Dog Weight LossDental Health Problems. Dental health problems are one of the leading causes of rapid weight loss in dogs. ... Parasitic Infections. Several types of parasites can cause your dog to lose weight quickly. ... Digestive Health Issues. ... Nasal Tumors. ... Cancer.Is Your Dog Quickly Losing Weight? Here are 6 Possible Causes

Why is my dog skinny but eats?

Possible causes for weight loss or inability to gain weight in spite of a good appetite include intestinal parasites, endocrine disorders, digestive disorders such as malabsorption syndrome, metabolic disorders or simple malnutrition (not enough food or poor quality food).

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