Dog refuses to eat but is energetic

Dog refuses to eat but is energetic may be caused by picky eating, food spoilage, functional indigestion, parasite infection, and other reasons. If the cause is picky eating and food spoilage, the dog's refusal to eat is a normal phenomenon and there is generally no need to worry too much. If the abnormal refusal to eat is accompanied by good energy and other symptoms, such as nausea, acid reflux, etc., it is recommended that the owner take the dog to the hospital for examination in time to identify the cause and treat it.

Picky Eating

If the dog is in the process of changing food, it may cause picky eating. You need to adjust the eating habits and feed the dog some foods it likes, such as chicken breast, bones, cans, etc., which can alleviate the situation of refusing to eat. Generally, there is no need for drug treatment.

Food Spoilage

If the food given to the dog has a strange smell and has gone bad, the dog usually refuses to eat it. Because a dog's nose is sensitive enough to judge whether the food has spoiled, it is necessary to feed the dog fresh food.

Functional Indigestion

The causes of the disease include poor eating habits, abnormal immune mechanism, excessive stomach acid secretion, Helicobacter pylori infection, etc. These factors can affect the speed of gastrointestinal peristalsis, causing indigestion and loss of appetite. The dog shows symptoms like not eating and being energetic. Under the guidance of a doctor, the dog can take digestive enzyme drugs to promote digestion.

Parasite Infection

Mainly caused by eating food contaminated by parasites, it is a contagious disease that spreads through the respiratory tract. After infection, it can cause gastrointestinal damage, leading to symptoms like acid reflux, heartburn, and abdominal pain. Moreover, it can also cause worm eggs or mature parasites in the stool. The dog needs to take parasite-killing drugs according to the doctor's advice.