My new dog is sad, not eating after leaving her puppies. What to do?

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I adopted a female Rhodesian ridgeback. She is 3 years old. Two days ago. The same day she came to me she left her home of 3 yrs & her 10 wk old puppies. She is lethargic, not eating, not drinking, she is depressed. What can I do? I have another ridgeback who is a year. &a they are not interacting. Pet's info: Dog | Rhodesian Ridgeback | Female | unspayed | 3 years old | 47 lbs

Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

I am sorry to hear that Nala is having a hard time with the changes. It will take her time to adjust to the new environment and the new people and dogs in her life. I would try to help her feel more secure and safe in your home. Try some of the following to help you bond with her; Increased frequency of walks Interactive games such as fetch and hide and seek Feeding her meals rather then grazing bowls, dogs bond with who feeds them Adding boiled boneless chicken breast to her food or as a treat Providing rewards, treats and verbal praise, when she comes to you I hope these tactics help, she will need most of a month to adjust to all the big changes and the weaning process.

My new dog is sad, not eating after leaving her puppies. What to do?

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