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My Labrador isn't eating and is losing weight. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 2 years and 2 months old | 30 lbs

Sir I have a male Labrador doggy. His name is Jacky and he is 1.5 year. Problem is that before 15 days he is not eat properly so that his weight is decrease. What can I do.

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 29th, 2018

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. As long as Jacky is not sick and is otherwise normal, I would recommend switching to a different food altogether and consider canned food as well. If you still find he has a picky appetite, I would recommend adding chicken breast or broth to his current diet and see if this helps increase his appetite. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

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