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My dog suddenly refuses kibble but eats treats. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 4 years and 7 months old | 65 lbs

Dog love his dinner BR all of a sudden refuses to eat it. Still wats treats and acts hungry. Just refuses kibble

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Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 24th, 2017

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If Oberon isn't vomiting or having diarrhea, I would withhold food from him for 12 hours. He may be nauseous. If he is still refusing food after 12 hours I would take him to a vet for a thorough physical exam to find out why. Good luck and kisses to Oberon!

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