My senior pug eats a lot but isn't gaining weight. Why is she crying?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | spayed | 3 years and 7 months old | 25 lbs
My 14 yr old pure pug is eating A LOT! And not gaining weight. She barks and cries a lot, too Any ideas!
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Published on August 5th, 2017
In a geriatric dog like Susie, that is eating a lot but not gaining weight, I would be concerned about a metabolic issue going on like diabetes or hyperthyroidism. Also, because of her age you would have to consider some type of cancer as well. I would recommend taking Susie in to your vet to be checked out. They will probably want to run some blood work and possibly perform X-rays as well. Best of luck.
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Published on December 30th, 2017
Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. The food probably wont make much of a change in her weight gain, as this may be primarily a metabolic problem, not necessarily the food itself. I would also be concerned that something systemic such as liver or kidney disease could be the cause. I would recommend having a veterinarian examine her so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.
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