My puppy won't eat his food, only wants treats. What should I do?

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Hello I have a Boston Terrier 4.5 month old puppy . He was eating pedigree puppy wet and dry mixed. He lost interest once starting training classes where he discovered flavorful treats. I changed his food to Blue Buffalo in hopes there would be more flavor. He does eat but not much and seems to be holding out for treats or maybe wet food. He also tries to steal cat food dry (science diet)and adult dog food(pedigree). Should try switching food or get strict with treats . He is stubborn. Pet's info: Dog | Boston Terrier | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 19 days old | 7.6 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Some dogs tend to be picky eaters, and I think it sounds like Canelo is probably one of them. If you want to curb this behavior you should offer the food you want him to eat and not give treats or more/different food even if he doesn’t eat. As long as he’s otherwise in good health he’ll eat when he’s hungry enough. Some dogs will skip a meal or even two but in general once they realize nothing better is coming they will eat what’s offered.

My puppy won't eat his food, only wants treats. What should I do?

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