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My puppy won't eat and is losing weight. What can I do at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Cattle Dog | Female | unspayed

My puppy won't eat. It's been a couple of days now she is losing weight. Is there anything I can do at home for her?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on September 1st, 2018

Ideally, she should be physically examined by your veterinarian to diagnose and treat any illness or injury. As long as she is behaving normally though, you can try warming her food, adding in a bit of baby food or adding in some warm water. You can also offer unflavored PediaLyte. If she is lethargic, vomiting or has diarrhea, then she should definitely be seen by a veterinarian.

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