My new 2-month-old puppy isn't eating or pottying. Is this normal?

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I bought a Pomeranian yorkie yesterday and he's only 2 months. He doesn't speak a lot, he doesn't eat a lot and he doesn't use the restroom 20 minutes after eating like I've googled. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 2 months and 11 days old | 3 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Some dogs are not vocal due to their personalities. Others will take time to adjust and get comfortable in their new environment. It can be very stressful and scary for little ones to go to a new home, so it takes some time for their personality to shine. At 3 pounds, his stomach is not big enough to hold a lot of food. He should be feed 3-4 times a day to maintain the blood sugar. Once he is bigger you can decrease it back to twice a day. Stress and anxiety can also affect the appetite. Not every dog goes to the bathroom on that schedule. Take him out after he eats, then every 30 minutes to an hour until he gets good control and the concept of house training. If he is playing and stops to sniff and circle, then he needs to go. If you notice any bloody diarrhea or vomiting or he does not eat at all and seems weak, then i would get him checked right away

My new 2-month-old puppy isn't eating or pottying. Is this normal?

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