A sudden increase of appetite in a dog can be a symptom of a number of conditions: Aging. Bacterial overgrowth in the intestines. Cushing's disease. 24 авг. 2020 г.
What causes a dog to have an increased appetite?
Increased appetite is completely normal in pets that have high energy requirements, such as growing puppies and kittens, pets that exercise strenuously such as hunting dogs, and pregnant or nursing females. Also, pets eating a poor quality diet may eat more to meet their energy requirements.
What causes a sudden increase in appetite?
Aside from diabetes, chronic stress, and sleep deprivation (mentioned above), other health conditions can cause an increased appetite, as well. Hormone conditions, thyroid conditions like hyperthyroidism, genetic conditions, and even growth-hormone secreting tumors can all cause an increased appetite.
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