Leaving food, picking at meals, holding out for treats or seeming a bit flat are common, and the usual cause is the routine around meals rather than the food itself. Set meal times help most: put the bowl down, lift it after fifteen to twenty minutes, and cut back on treats and titbits in between. Warming wet food slightly makes it smell stronger and more tempting. Switching foods often tends to make fussiness worse, not better. A complete, balanced diet comes first — a multivitamin is a top-up, not a replacement. See a vet if your dog suddenly stops eating, loses weight, or seems to have mouth or tooth pain.
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Fussy eating & everyday health
What you might notice: Leaving food, picking at meals, holding out for treats, or seeming a bit flat and low on energy.
What you can do
- Stick to set meal times and lift the bowl after 15–20 minutes.
- Cut back on treats and titbits between meals.
- Warm wet food slightly — a stronger smell can tempt a fussy eater.
- Avoid switching foods too often, which can make fussiness worse.
- A complete, balanced diet comes first — a multivitamin is a top-up, not a replacement.
See your vet if your dog suddenly stops eating, loses weight, or shows signs of mouth or tooth pain.
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These tips are general guidance and not a substitute for advice from your vet or doctor.