My 8-year-old dog lies down to eat. Is this a sign of illness?

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My Shepard is 8 years old and I recently noticed she's laying down when she eats. It's no all the time but frequently, is there a medical condition causing it? She's in overall stellar health, not overweight, and no other changes in behavior. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 8 years and 7 months old | 80 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Occasionally this might be a sign of arthritis or a neurologic issue. If she has also been having difficulty walking or her legs seem to be slipping on hard surfaces you may want to have your veterinarian examine her. You could also elevate her food if you think she would be more comfortable, but it's perfectly fine for her to eat lying down as well.

My 8-year-old dog lies down to eat. Is this a sign of illness?

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