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My dog won't eat for 5 days, only drinks water. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 4 lbs

My dog is refusing to eat from last 5 days except water..at some part of the day he use to eat some chicken.what should i do

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on April 20th, 2019

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 Tommy 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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