Why won't my dog eat kibble from his bowl but eats from my hand?

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My 2 yo lab x Weimaraner won't eat his kibble. He will take some from my hand (like a treat). Is drinking and acting otherwise normally. He just doesn't seem interested in the food in his bowl. This has been gradual over two weeks and now won't eat from the bowl at all, just hand. He is close to 100 lbs. he has been on Nutro for two years. No other symptoms. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 2 years old | 100 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Add warm water or a couple teaspoons of baby food to his food to stimulate his appetite. Check his mouth and gums for injury or signs of periodontal disease (redness, swollen gums, bad breath, visible plaque/tartar build up). Discontinue hand feeding. This may worsen his being finicky. Changing the food bowl may reignite interest. Prepare his food at mealtimes and leave it down for 20-30 minutes. Pick it up afterwards whether he has eaten or not. Repeat this at the next mealtime. Do not offer any other food or treats between meals. Zeus will not starve. He will eat when he is hungry as long as you are firm with him. Regular mealtimes are recommended since dogs thrive on routine. If he develops any other symptoms (lethargy, vomiting,diarrhea, loss of appetite), then have him examined by your veterinarian.

Why won't my dog eat kibble from his bowl but eats from my hand?

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