![]() The more you keep offering table scraps, treats, gravy, cookies, etc., the more you’re risking creating a picky eater – and one that will become obese. Sometimes, the picky eater’s problem is that he doesn’t like the brand of food you’re giving him, or that he prefers a different texture (canned food instead of dry or vice versa). Your dog can eat the same food every day as long as it’s nutritionally correct. You may think your dog wants or needs a variety of foods, but he doesn’t. If you’re constantly coaxing your dog to eat, then your dog has trained you to keep offering tastier and tastier items. If your dog grew up with you offering multiple kinds of food, that may have trained him to hold out for something better, just like children will hold out for ice cream, instead of Brussel sprouts. This attitude can vary by breed and by the way they were taught to think about food. Some dogs seem to live to eat - dinnertime is an important part of their day - and some just eat to live. Even joint pain can make your dog reluctant to walk to his bowl to eat. If he has lost weight, is sluggish, has developed gastrointestinal problems (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), tooth problems, or mouth sores, then you should have your veterinarian check him out. (Is it spoiled? Does it smell odd? Does it look different?) Or it could mean that something is wrong with him, physically or emotionally. That could mean something has changed with his regular food. If he was a good eater, but has suddenly stopped, that’s different. ![]() Before you serve your dog his dinner, raise it close to your face and pretend to eat it saying “Yum!” and “Hmm, hmm!” You may feel silly but remember there’s no one around and your pet won’t tell on you.If your finicky eater maintains a healthy weight, if he is alert/perky, and has a shiny coat, that is one thing. An overweight dog can have heart trouble and joint trouble. #Finicky dog eater skin#An underweight dog can have trouble with his bone density, and his kidneys and liver and are more prone to skin infections. A finicky eater can be underweight or even overweight because of the goodies his owner tempts him with. The proper amount of food is essential for a healthy dog. You’ll find that a few pieces of cooked chicken will perhaps tempt him for a time but he’ll soon grow bored of that, too. Resist Temptations – Try the other tips before giving into the urge to tempt your finicky pup to eat with people food. Test it and see what time and situation work best for yours. Try Different Times – Some dogs eat better in the afternoon, others eat better an hour after you’re home. Keep It Quiet – Feed your dog in a quiet area without children or other dogs mulling around. If your pup associates it with irritability or punishment from you, he will be less likely to want to eat. Make it Positive– Always make feeding time a positive experience. Besides the many health and behavioral benefits, it can help prevent a finicky eater. Spay or Neuter – If you haven’t already, fix your pup. ![]() Try always exercising your pup before a meal. Tone Down the Treats– A finicky eater is more likely to eat if he’s not comparing his dog food to a liver treat.įeed Often – Try feeding smaller amounts of his regular food three or four times a day.Įxercise – It’s good for so many things and it increases a dog’s hunger. First, you want to rule any health issues out first when a dog makes any behavioral change but if your vet gives your pup the thumbs up, there are several ways to get him to eat without disrupting his stomach. A finicky eater is what we deal with here, a dog who has decided he’s giving up dog food for good. ![]() ![]() A picky eater will only occasionally refuse to eat and can be easily tempted with a slice of cheese added to his bowl. There’s a difference between a picky eater and a finicky eater. Never feed your pet from the table as this whets his appetite for steak and lowers your position as alpha. Even if you’re diligent about not feeding your pet people food, they smell it and see it on the dining table. In the wild, dogs will eat most anything but, in our homes, they learn that some foods are edible and some are fantastic. The Basenji, Siberian Husky, and the Yorkie are just a few. Many dogs are finicky eaters, some breeds more than others. You’ve likely had your dog on the same food for a while now so it’s no surprise if he’s starting to turn up his nose at it. ![]()
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