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My dog stopped eating for 3 days but seems fine. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Bulldog | Male | unneutered | 8 years and 5 months old | 98 lbs

I have a large American bulldog that suddenly stop eating which is very unusual for him. He is still drinking lots of water and using the bathroom number one and two. He does not have a fever and his gums are nice and pink. He is on his third day of not eating? What could be wrong?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on July 25th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Loss of appetite can be observed with many conditions such as gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, kidney disease, pancreatitis, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have Zeus evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check for these possibilities and others depending on the findings on exam. Treatment would be based on findings. Good luck and have a great day! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

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