YorkieTalk.com Forums - Yorkshire Terrier Community - View Single Post

camile · 11-25-2011, 07:43 PM

I had a large terrier mix, 55 lbs, who would go a whole day without eating at all occasionally. I free fed her and as soon as she emptied her bowl, I filled it. She was healthy and active and I enjoyed 17 years with her. I think some dogs just aren't big eaters, just like some people.

My Willow, in my avatar, is a chow hound and will eat until she pops if I let her. She is lazy and not active and would prefer to spend her days sleeping in my lap. On balance, I would rather have her like Abigail was.

Also, if your dog is healthy, I don't see him starving himself when food is available. jmo.

11-25-2011, 07:43 PM	#21
camile Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New Albany, Indiana Posts: 457	I had a large terrier mix, 55 lbs, who would go a whole day without eating at all occasionally. I free fed her and as soon as she emptied her bowl, I filled it. She was healthy and active and I enjoyed 17 years with her. I think some dogs just aren't big eaters, just like some people. My Willow, in my avatar, is a chow hound and will eat until she pops if I let her. She is lazy and not active and would prefer to spend her days sleeping in my lap. On balance, I would rather have her like Abigail was. Also, if your dog is healthy, I don't see him starving himself when food is available. jmo. __________________ My Sweet Baby Girls Chloe Primrose Pink ** Willow Patchouli Blu Miss Abigail Last edited by camile; 11-25-2011 at 07:45 PM.