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Why won't my 15-year-old dog eat her dry or wet food anymore?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 14 years and 10 months old | 15 lbs

My dog is 15 years old and she has decided she doesn't like her dry or wet dog food mixed together or just each other by themselves so what should I do

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on November 25th, 2019

I'm not sure if you meant that Kiinley doesn't like her food mixed, but does like it separated, or if she only likes it together, but feeding it in whatever configuration works for her to eat is fine. If she is having trouble eating at all, or keeping food down, a wellness/senior check with your vet is a good idea to rule out any health issues that may be causing her poor appetite. You can also try to sneak in a few "extras" such as a little piece of boiled chicken or carrot.

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