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My dog won't eat dog food, only wants milk. Is milk bad for dogs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 11 months and 9 days old | 140 lbs

My dog eats a little diet in a day but he loves to drink milk

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on May 6th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Bruno is very cute! I think you are saying that Bruno doesn't eat his dog food well but likes milk? Dogs and cats are actually lactose intolerant and ingesting milk isn't an appropriate diet for an almost adult lab. Bruno needs to eat a commercial adult dog food. If he doesn't like what you are feeding him: add water or a little canned food with or without water or change brands of food. I am not sure based on your post if his appetite change is a new thing. If it is a sudden change then I would consider having your Vet exam in him to see if he is sick. https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/milk/ Have a great day!

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