My dog is a finicky eater. Why does she only eat when I stand there?

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Good morning. So my 11month lab/golden, Luna, is nips a bit still and sometimes gets really finicky about eating. there are days she eats beautifully when you bring her bowl. Other times, she doesn't eat unless you stand next to her. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 11 months and 21 days old | 26 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Have you tried some other food options? Canned food? Homemade diet? They have now formulated some gravy that you put on the food that may help. Also there is a food enhancer additive: https://www.chewy.com/dr-tims-flavor-booster-genuine-freeze/dp/105062 https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/category/dog/dog-food/wet-dog-food/dog-food-rolls-toppings Don't stand next to her while she eats, ignore her. She is training you to stand there which is what she wants. That is going to get old for you real soon. If she is not underweight then don't worry about how much she is eating. She will not starve herself. If she is underweight then you should take her to your vet for an exam and some testing.

My dog is a finicky eater. Why does she only eat when I stand there?

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