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Why is my Rottweiler puppy refusing dry food and acting strange?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Male | neutered

My 2 and half months roottweiler is refusing dry food since we newly introduced him to small chicken pieces+ dental snack or treat , he also has avery strange behavior he is very hyperactive amd blinded by sniffing and searching for something to chew or eat

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 25th, 2020

He needs to see a vet. That is completely abnormal behavior for a puppy this age. I would be worried that he has a problem with his vision. It is best not to feed people food. Only feed dog food. Try using a canned/tinned dog food to entice him to eat.

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