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Dog Appetite Quiz

Your dog sniffs the bowl and walks away. Do you know when that is normal, and when it is time to call the vet?

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  1. What do vets call it when a dog eats, but much less than normal?

    Anorexia means the dog will not eat at all.

  2. What is pseudo-anorexia?

    The dog may approach the bowl eagerly, then drop food or give up.

  3. How soon should you call the vet about a puppy that will not eat?

    Puppies can develop low blood sugar quickly.

  4. A healthy adult dog that otherwise seems normal should see a vet if it has not eaten for how long?

    Do not wait longer than 2 days.

  5. Why do dogs often eat less in hot weather?

    Eating more in the cooler evening points to heat as the cause.

  6. Over about how many days should you switch to a new food?

    A gradual switch helps dogs that dislike a new flavor or texture.

  7. What should you avoid in broth poured over kibble?

    Onion and garlic are toxic to dogs.

  8. How long should food stay down at set meal times?

    Picking it up until the next meal builds a healthy appetite.

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