Why is my 7-year-old Pitbull so skinny despite eating a lot?

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My pitbull is around 6 or 7 and he is so skinny he eats so much with all the other dogs but he's the only one that's skinny he runs and plays and seems fine but I'm worried that I may have to put him down any idea what is wrong. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 7 years and 6 months old | 60 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Gradual weight loss in an older large breed dog is usually the result of an underlying cancer (particularly intestinal) or an underlying intestinal parasite, or pancreas disorder (exocrine pancreatic disorder) just to name a few. I would start with baseline bloodwork and a fecal exam to get a big picture as to whath is most likely the underlying cause. As long as JJ is still active, happy and clinically normal other than the weight loss, then I would consider doing the testing that he needs. Best of luck with JJ and his weight loss issues. Take care.

Why is my 7-year-old Pitbull so skinny despite eating a lot?

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