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Why is my puppy not eating dog food but still active and eating bread?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 22 days old | 6 lbs

My puppy hasn’t been eating since yesterday. He eats if he’s given bread but nothing else Neither wet food, nor dry. I tried heating up the food, Mixing it, Adding warm water in dog food, but nothing seems to work. He ate half spoon of peanut butter yesterday withouy hesitating, and a slice of bread today morning. His activity level is normal.

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 24th, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Austin. I suspect that he is not feeling well as evidenced by his decreased appetite. Has he developed any other signs such as vomiting or diarrhea? If so, he should see his veterinarian. He may require deworming medication or other treatment. In the meantime, keep trying to get him to eat and offer plenty of water. I do not want him to become dehydrated as he is so young. I hope this information helps.

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