![]() ![]() Once you have finished your chat he will examine your dog and may even take his temperature. Your vet will ask you what’s been going on, and this is where the list will come in handy. Are there any other behaviors you’re concerned about?.Is it just his dog food he won’t eat or he’s lost interest in everything?.Has he been throwing up? Having diarrhea?.Is there a certain time of day he will eat?.Is it just food that’s an issue or is he drinking more or less as well?.Is your dog eating something or nothing at all?.How long has it been since your dog has eaten?.Make a note of the answers to them before your vet visit so you don’t have to take up valuable time during your dog’s appointment trying to remember. Helpful information to provide your veterinarianīelow are some questions your veterinarian may ask you during your visit. ![]() It not only ensures you don’t forget to mention something, your appointment will be more productive and it will help your vet with a diagnosis. We’re so worried about our dog the vet appointment can be nerve wracking, so I encourage you to make a list of your concerns in advance and bring it with you. ![]() If it’s been more than a day since your dog last ate, I would give the person answering the phone those details, and see if they can find you an appointment that day or the next. If you’re sure nothing in your environment can be the cause of your dog’s lack of interest in food, your next step must be to call the vet and make an appointment as soon as possible to rule out any of the medical causes listed above. Taking Your Dog to the Veterinarian Because They Aren’t Eating Nausea (from eating too much, something off the street or some of the conditions listed above).Reaction to a medication or vaccination.Mobility issues that make it difficult to reach the bowl.Dulling of senses as a natural part of the aging process.I lump “medical reasons” into one possible cause – #12 – that your old dog won’t eat but, in reality, there may be meany medical reasons for your dog’s lack of appetite. Medical Reasons an Old Dog May Stop Eating Bored with the same dry kibble day after day and year after year.A new bowl (that’s right, that can be an issue for some).Grieving the loss of an animal companion.Not liking his new food, or it’s upsetting his stomach.Has your dog been stressed lately – thunderstorms, fireworks, construction….Have there been any changes in his environment, for example have you moved?.There are 11 main environmental causes that could influence whether your old dog is eating or not. Environmental Causes for an Old Dog Not Eating Why is My Old Dog Not Eating His Food Anymore?īefore you start to panic, take a moment to look around and think about some possible reasons your old dog may start refusing to eat it’s food.īelow are some reasons to consider. I’m sorry to be so blunt, but it’s important you realize how serious it can be, so if your dog is not drinking call your vet right now. Dehydration can set in very quickly in an old dog, particularly if he isn’t well, and he could die. I would not wait more than 24 hours before calling the vet, and that is from my experience.Ī very big concern is whether or not your dog has stopped drinking as well. Your dog can go a few days without eating, but in an old dog that may already have health issues, the sooner he’s back to eating the better. For more details, please see our disclosure page. As an affiliate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. I know from experience what it’s like when your old dog won’t eat, and you’re willing to do and try anything!ĭisclosure: Some of the links in this article are affiliate links (Amazon Associate or other programs we participate in). ![]()
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