Why is my 2-year-old pit eating slowly and has a decreased appetite?

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My 2 year old american pit has decreased appetite where she is taking long time to eat for the past 2 days! What could possibly be wrong with her? Pet's info: Dog | American Staffordshire Terrier | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 3 months old | 35 lbs

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, sorry to hear about Trig-z. She could be eating slower because something is bothering her mouth. Things to consider include dental fractures (especially if she chews on rocks or bones) and tooth root abscesses, especially if she has not had teeth cleaning recently. She could also have a systemic illness such as liver disease or kidney disease, but these typically cause inappetence or vomiting. If these signs persist longer than 2-3 days, or if her signs worsen, then she should be seen by her veterinarian soon. Hope this helps and best of luck.

Why is my 2-year-old pit eating slowly and has a decreased appetite?

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