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My dog won't eat after spleen surgery. Is this recovery normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 58 lbs

My dog was not eating and found out he had a tumor on his spleen we had it removed and now he only eats every other day it’s been four days and we have fed him chicken rice tried everything but will only eat every other day is this cause for concern or will it take a few days for him to want to eat he is up and wants to go on walks and all just not eating right but he has been drinking water normal

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on December 17th, 2018

It will take time for Champ to feel 100%, but it would be good to have him eating every day. Go to his vets and get some Hill's A/D. It's very palatable, and oftentimes entices dogs to eat. Best of luck.

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    Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

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    Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Champ has undergone major surgery so it may take him a few days to a week or two to get back on track with his normal schedule. If he is eating every other day, that is fine for now. It is good to hear he is eating and seems to be in good spirits and has fairly good energy. If this pattern continues past a week or two or he suddenly goes a few days without eating, then this would be cause for concern and something else may be going on here and worth a recheck visit with his veterinarian.

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