My 6-week-old puppy won't eat dry food after switching. What's wrong?

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I just got my 6 week old Shichon (bichon Frise and Shih tzu mix) the breeder had me mixing purina puppy chow and pedigree puppy canned food together to get her to eat. She said after a week I can just give her dry food with a little water ( which will be a week saturday). The puppy will barely eat and today I tried just her dry food and little water and she doesn't touch it. I'm getting concerned, what do you guys suggest is going on? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 15 days old

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Sometimes puppies can have a slight decrease in appetite when they first come home since it is a big adjustment, however it sounds like you've had her a few days. Given her age and her breed I'd recommend seeing a veterinarian to make sure she doesn't have low blood sugar, parasites, or another medical problem affecting her appetite. If she also seems weak, lethargic or disoriented you should see an emergency veterinarian as soon as possible. She is adorable!

My 6-week-old puppy won't eat dry food after switching. What's wrong?

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