My dog is losing weight and quiet after a scary event. Is she sick?

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We've been having earthquakes lately and two of them were really bad.when the first one happend lucy was so scared and we went out of the house and she had to stay in the car for the night.there wasn't any other choice and she had a hard time and was scared.ever since then she has got slimmeris it normal or is she sick?and she's been quite yesterday.she doesn't play but she eats normaly. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 7 months old

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Lucy! She is likely just very frightened. She could be not eating quite a much as normal to keep her weight up. Try to make sure she is eating all of her food. If not, you can entice her with a little canned food or top her food with some chicken. If she isn't improving or continues to lose weight despite increasing her food then I would have your vet take a look at her. Your vet will be able to determine what might be causing the weight loss. Your vet will also be able to give her the proper meds including anti-anxiety meds or an appetite stimulant if needed to help her get back to her old self. I hope this helps!

My dog is losing weight and quiet after a scary event. Is she sick?

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