Your dog won't eat kibble? A vet explains why: diet quality, feeding habits, health issues. Try NF Natkane or see your vet if the problem continues.
Imagine that you get home, serve your dog some kibble and he sniffs it a little, then looks at you but doesn't eat it. Do you often experience this situation? Your dog's diet is crucial for his health and development. That's why if he refuses to eat, it's time to take action and find out what's going on. In this expert animal video in collaboration with NF Natkane, we reveal the possible reasons why your dog won't eat kibble and explain how to fix it. First, you've accustomed him to the taste of your food. This is very common if you're someone who, in addition to kibble, usually offers him leftovers from what you've prepared, or you succumb to the temptation of throwing pieces of food at him while he eats. In these cases, he may reject the kibble because he finds your food more appetizing. This not only creates bad habits, but can also be harmful to him. The food that people eat includes levels of salt, fats, condiments and other ingredients that are harmful to dogs. Discover 10 foods that are harmful to your dog in the video included in the card. 2. The feed you are giving him is of poor quality or he doesn't like it. The quality of the feed is very important. Poor quality foods not only taste different, but they also lack the necessary ingredients to provide your dog with the nutrients his body requires. For all these reasons, it is not surprising that he prefers not to eat it. However, if it may happen that the feed is not bad and your dog still rejects it, in this case, it is most likely that he simply does not like that particular feed. 3. You are offering him too much. It is important to check if your dog does not eat anything at all or eats and leaves food in the bowl because you are giving him an excessive amount. Keep in mind that a small dog will not eat the same amount as a large one, just as a dog that does a lot of physical exercise will not need the same portion of food as one that only goes for a leisurely walk. 4. He is sick. Although it may seem obvious, certain health problems manifest in a dog a sudden loss of appetite. In these cases, the most common thing is that the animal presents other symptoms such as apathy, fever, lack of energy, sleeping more than usual, etc. If this is what is happening to your dog, do not hesitate and go to a veterinary clinic. Now you know the reasons why your dog may be rejecting its feed. Let's see what steps you can take to solve this. Offer it a quality feed. The first thing you should do is check the components of the feed you give your dog. Remember that they are carnivorous animals, so the kibble you give them cannot be made with corn as the main ingredient. If the one you offer them does, it means that it is of poor quality. Look for a brand that includes meat or fish as the first ingredient and in a high percentage. This will not only give it a more pleasant flavor, but it will also include the nutrients it needs and have lower amounts of fat. Therefore, to know if a feed is good for our dog, we should always look for a higher contribution of animal protein than the rest of the ingredients. A clear example of quality feed that we recommend as one of the feeds we offer our dogs is the Spanish brand NF Nat Cane. This is a very tasty product thanks to the combination of its 100% natural, high quality ingredients. Its composition includes hydrolyzed meats and fish, dehydrated vegetables and fruits, fatty acids, etc. It also includes anti protectors to improve joint health and prebiotics as well as natural antioxidants. It does not use preservatives or artificial flavors. In addition, this brand offers a wide variety of ranges so that you can choose the one that best suits your furry friend and has fair prices. Since it is sold directly to the consumer without going through stores or intermediaries, respect the ration indicated by the manufacturer. On the other hand, in it is important that you give your dog the amount of feed corresponding to your dog's weight and physical activity. Once you get him to eat well, you can decrease or increase it within the indicated margins if the dog loses or gains weight. Also, it's best to set a schedule for food. Water, on the other hand, should always be available clean and fresh. Stop giving your dog food. The next step is to stop giving him food either while you're cooking or while you're eating. These stronger flavors are tempting for your dog, but you're offering him quantities of salt and other components that will only be harmful to him. This will be difficult for the first few days, but little by little, you'll get your dog to stop demanding his food when you're eating. To achieve this, remember to reward him when he's calm. Take him to the vet. If despite following this advice, your dog still refuses to eat kibble, we recommend that you go to the vet to rule out gum and dental diseases. It's possible that if he has a dental problem, it's painful for him to bite the kibble. If you want to learn more about feeding dogs, don't miss the playlist that we've left for you here on the side. Now that you've watched the video, tell us, what do you think is the reason why your dog won't eat kibble? Until next time, experts? No.
