Most dogs will devour anything and everything without a moment’s hesitation. So it can become very concerning when your dog does not show any interest in his food, turns his nose up and walks away.

So in this video I will be discussing some of the most common, and some of the lesser known reasons why your dog is not eating. I will also be giving you some tips on what you can try to get their appetite back and will also point out when it is likely something serious that requires veterinary attention.

Your dog may be responding to your behavioural cues during mealtimes, or he may be enjoying the attention given when he doesn’t eat his food, thereby reinforcing the bad behaviour.

By keeping feeding time positive, the overall experience will also provide positive reinforcement for your dog. Praise your dog when he eats his food and give him attention only after the meal is gone.

Above all, be patient with your dog and watch him closely for signs of illness. And by applying consistent selfdiscipline over a long period of time, you should be able to cure your finicky eater.

Let me know down in the comments if your dog ever stopped eating and what you and your vet did to help get his appetite back on track?

Here is a breakdown of the info covered in this video:

00:00 Introduction
00:32 Causes of Anorexia in dogs
03:09 Diagnosis of Anorexia in dogs
03:37 Treatment of Anorexia in dogs
03:54 What to do when your dog won't eat?
04:47 How to encourage your dog to eat?
06:47 Take home message

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