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Is it normal for my dog to be picky and skip meals sometimes?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 46 lbs

I feed my dog twice a day , Sometime she won’t eat in the morning other times she won’t eat in the evening, can dogs be picky and just skip a meal.This doesn’t happen all the time maybe once or twice a week!

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Answered By Dr. Kristin DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 20th, 2018

Yes, there are some dogs that are not food motivated. If Chloe skips meals, but is otherwise acting normally, and there is no vomiting or diarrhea, then I wouldn’t be too concerned. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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