There are a number of factors that can impact a dog’s appetite. The second scenario is much more worrying than the first.Īppetite is one of those things that can fluctuate on a fairly regular basis. It’s also important to differentiate between an old dog who’s always been “picky” and gradually becomes more so, and one who’s previously always loved his food but now has very little appetite or doesn’t seem to care about it.
If your senior dog suddenly refuses to eat at all, then they need to be seen by your veterinarian right away. Thyroid issues can put appetite and weight gain/loss out of whack too.
If Fido seems to be hungry all the time and yet is losing weight, that might mean there’s a health problem such as diabetes. A dog who isn’t eating as much as they used to but is maintaining his weight is less worrying than one who is losing weight, either consistently or suddenly (regardless of the state of their appetite). Your dog’s weight is as important as their appetite. First of all, just to clarify, there is an important difference between “eating less” and “losing weight.” Is Your Dog Also Losing Weight?
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