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My dog is sad, not eating, and tail tucked. Is she sick or injured?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 11 lbs

My dog started acting weird today, she looks sad and she’s definitely not eating which is very strange of her. She loves food, I also noticed that she has her tail sightly Is between her legs and she usually doesn’t do that! What should I do? lucky is not barking at all either!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 9th, 2019

This can be a sign that Lucky is sick or injured. Try offering her some boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice. If she refuses to eat this or is still looking sad in the morning, have her seen by a vet.

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