My dog is not eating well as she used to eat before.. but she is very active and playfull . She skips breakfast very often , lunch and dinner there is some reduction in the quantity of intake.. Is this normal?

Dr. Soundarya T C

Hi sir. Your dog could be a picky eater , if your pet eats only certain food that it likes..this problem occurs more often in dogs who have been fed with wide variety of food, and in dogs fed with wide variety of table scraps,Warm up the food before you give your pet, You can take your pet for walks before meals and make sure to feed at consistent times.

Dr. Soundarya T C

Divide the food into two or three meals and serve at consistent times each day. Dont leave food out for dog to graze on. Take it back within 10 to 15 mins if it has not been eaten to help cement the idea of mealtimes... Kindly dont give too many treats.. Try adding tasty toppers （Ghee, plain chicken, sweet potatoes etc）.

Dr. Soundarya T C

Loss of appetite could sometimes be due to dental issues or inflammed gums （ gingivitis）..If your pet has any other signs like vomiting, diarrhoea, unusual stool, weight loss..Kindly schedule an appointment with vet.

Ramya BN

Indie’s usually eat less. Put deworming tablet. And they need some activity to feel hungry