My yorkie won't eat anything that smells like dogfood !?

[DooiesMom]

So what now? What ultimately has worked for you and Ziggy? Just sticking to Caesers?

[lusciouslala]

I have the same problem. doesn't like cheese either. don't know what to give him for treats too.

[addevo]

Originally Posted by lusciouslala

I have the same problem. doesn't like cheese either. don't know what to give him for treats too.

Try adding a couple of teaspoons of a high quality canned cat food to whatever you are giving your dog - canned, homemade or kibble. You can spread it over the top, or else mix it in. Cat food is alot "smellier" than dog food so may stimulate your dog to eat.

My dog has pancreatitus so I have to watch fat content. If she doesn't eat on schedule she often will start vomiting, so I can't do the "tough love" route and just wait it out when she decides to be picky. I talked to my vet about it, and she recommended using Senior variety foods since they usually are lower in fat. I usually get INOVA or Wellness brand.

I know it's not good to give them cat food regularly, but a bit now and then to stimulate their appetite is ok when you have a fragile dog that must eat regularly.

[lusciouslala]

Originally Posted by Ziggyx3

I've went 24 hours without him eating, and he never touched it. He just got weak and laid around. I was told if he was hungry enough he'd eat it, but he never did.
I may be just freaking out..
I tried putting it in his mouth today as well, and letting him get it out of my hand, he spits it out.

I have the same problem. He doesn't want to eat anything! I even tried buying all kinds of cereals for his treat but still failed. Tried cheese.. failed. Tried pork... failed. All he ever eat is BEEF. and that is very very small amount. Tried buying different kinds of dog food too.. even puppy food...FAILED!