{"id":179,"date":"2025-01-20T16:12:17","date_gmt":"2025-01-21T00:12:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cherrycreekvet.com\/blog\/?p=179"},"modified":"2025-02-15T21:40:56","modified_gmt":"2025-02-16T05:40:56","slug":"my-dog-is-not-eating-causes-and-what-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cherrycreekvet.com\/blog\/my-dog-is-not-eating-causes-and-what-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"My Dog Is Not Eating: Causes and What To Do"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If there\u2019s one thing pet parents can count on, it\u2019s their dog\u2019s appetite for virtually any bowl of food placed in front of them. So if your pooch is suddenly boycotting his kibble, it\u2019s natural to be concerned. While not all causes of dog appetite loss are serious, it\u2019s important to find the answer to \u201cwhy won\u2019t my dog eat?\u201d as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog, our team at Cherry Creek Veterinary Hospital<\/a> looks at common causes of dog appetite loss and offers tips on what to do if your dog won\u2019t eat<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Medical Causes of Dog Appetite Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A dog not eating could be a sign he doesn\u2019t feel well. Here are some common illnesses that cause appetite loss in dogs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gastrointestinal problems:<\/strong> Conditions that impact digestion<\/a> are among the most common causes of dog appetite loss. An upset tummy, constipation, inflammatory bowel disease, or an obstruction caused by the ingestion of a foreign object are possible causes of a dog not eating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental disease:<\/strong> Broken or loose teeth<\/a> or gum infection can make eating painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Illnesses:<\/strong> Sometimes, serious medical conditions like kidney or liver failure, pancreatitis, cancer, or heartworms<\/a> <\/a>can be the reason why a dog is not eating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joint discomfort:<\/strong> Hip dysplasia, an old or new injury, or the pain and stiffness of arthritis can make it uncomfortable for dogs to stand over their food bowls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certain medications:<\/strong> A new medication could be the reason behind your dog\u2019s loss of appetite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cognitive decline:<\/strong> More common in senior pets<\/a>, cognitive decline can make dogs lose interest in eating or drinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Environmental Causes of Dog Appetite Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dogs can experience stress or anxiety<\/a> when something in their environment changes, and this can lead to loss of appetite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do any of these circumstances apply to your pooch?<\/p>\n\n\n\n