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My new puppy isn't eating or active after coming home, is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | 9 lbs

I got a 10month old yorkie yesterday and he's not eating or being very active...is that normal?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 18th, 2017

It can be stressful for a puppy to move into a new home, so they can react by not eating or being vey active. Keep offering Ozzie food, and if he still isn't eating in 24 hours, then I would have him seen by a vet for a health check. You can try to tempt him to eat with some boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts. Congrats on your new puppy, I hope he settles in soon!

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