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Why is my dog suddenly not eating and acting unlike herself?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | spayed | 4 years and 5 months old | 75 lbs

Honey abruptly started acting strange. She has not been home alone but for 2 hours this afternoon. She had her am walk and was herself. This evening she did not ask for her dinner and nor was she excited when I offered (extremely/absolutely out of character). I poured out her food (Acana light and fit) and she didn't move for it until I stepped away. She didnt jump for her treat nor get excited for her evening walk. New bag of food is what I think/any thoughts? Advice? Thx!!! Very worried.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 10th, 2019

If it is a new food Honey has never had before, that could be the problem. It could also be she's not feeling well at the moment. Given this just started, I'd keep an eye on her for now. Should this behavior continue over the next 24 hours, I'd start to get worried and have her seen by a vet. I hope this helps!

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