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My dog won't eat or drink today, but seems normal. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 1 year and 3 months old | 104 lbs

Pilot hasn’t been eating or drinking today! He isn’t lethargic either so I don’t know what’s going on.

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on May 7th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Pilot! It could be nothing (weather, anxiety, etc) or the start of him getting sick. I would offer ice cubes, the garden hose or a little low sodium chicken broth in his water. If he doesn't eat tonight then start a bland diet of boiled chicken or hamburger with rice. Feed 1 cup per 20 lbs for a few days. You can try adding some water to his dry food to tempt him as well. Then watch for the development of vomit or diarrhea. I wish Pilot the best!

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