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Why is my dog suddenly struggling to eat or drink from her bowl?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 1 year old | 59 lbs

Iam concerned because she mever did since she was 2 months she did this only from 4 5 days.

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on December 16th, 2017

I agree that is quite bizarre. You may try raising her food and water bowl off the ground to more her level to see if that helps. If not, it wouldn’t hurt to have your vet just take a peak at her to ensure she isn’t stiff or uncomfortable anywhere since this is a new behavior. I hope to resolves the problem!

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