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Is my old dog jealous or sick after we brought home a new puppy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 1 year old | 40 lbs

I got a pup 1 month back. Initially my old dog which is a year old was happy but recently since 4 days he is sad and not interested in anything and not eating food. Please explain can it be he is jealous?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 16th, 2018

I would actually suspect that Bruno is sick, not jealous that you have a new puppy. Unfortunately lethargy and anorexia are general signs of many illnesses, so I would take him into a vet today to get checked out. Best of luck, I hope this helps!

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