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Why does my dog always wait for the other dog to finish eating?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Coonhound - blue tick | Female | spayed | 46 lbs

Why does my one dog always waits for the other dog to finish eating first before she eats?

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Answered By Ann Dion, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 25th, 2017

Hello and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. It could just be that Gina is a submissive animal and she is making sure that she isn't competing with your other dog. There are many reasons why a dog has certain behaviours, however if she is eating normally afterwards and is otherwise playing and doing well, then I wouldn't worry about it. She is just a polite puppy. Best of luck with Gina!

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