RESCUE DOG NOT EATING

[Beverly L]

My 18 month rescue dog is not eating after the death of our beloved 11 yr. old lab, Lex a week ago today 🙁
I am feeding her Nature’s Logic, which I think she ate when he was alive as a competition. She goes over to the bowl and noses the food and walks away… Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Bev

[Dori]

I would try either a commercial raw frozen food, home cooked or even canned (Weruva) until he gets over the loss of her friend. It’s a difficult time for both of you I’m sure. You can even try a dehydrated food that you add water to or goats milk. Something tasty with a good scent that may encourage her to eat.

If all else fails I would call the vet and ask for an appetite stimulant but I would do that only as a last resort.

[zcRiley]

I’m so sorry for your loss. As you remember the good times with your precious pup, realize it’s equally important to continue good times with your new pup (short of getting her a new companion). It might be the smells/reminders of Lex. Perhaps replacing the old bowls, toys and linens with new ones. Place the bed in a different area. Introduce a new activity and a new food! Add some wet food on top to spice things up. Things will soon be A-Okay.

[InkedMarie]

I can’t help but wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss.

[Pitlove]

Getting a new friend when your ready could help, but I think a good suggestion was what zcRiley said. It sounds very much like depression, however dogs do move on faster than humans thankfully.

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