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My dog won't eat. What food can I give him and how to prepare?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 4 days old | 8.818 lbs

The boiled chicken is not effective to jacob. He is still not eating. Though he is drinking water, he still don't want to eat. I just wanted to ask, can I give him this dog food?How Do I prepare this one for him?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 6th, 2018

You can try serving the chicken warmed or mix in a teaspoon of baby food to stimulate his appetite. Other options include cooked/drained ground beef or cooked/drained ground turkey. The Pedigree pouch can be fed if he will eat, since it would be better than not eating anything.

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