Food Strike

[borzoimom]

It is normal for them to back off their eating after the growth spurts are done. They just do not eat it, and he isnt putting out alot in exercise. Its also a good idea to keep him light until you can have his surgery done.
Hotties condition changed that he is losing muscle mass, so the vet wanted him down although he wasnt heavy. Now he looks thin to me- but I will tell you- I am seeing behavior that has not been here in a while.
Try the water- and yes- rimadry will take their appetite away..

[Nobas Mom]

It is normal for them to back off their eating after the growth spurts are done. They just do not eat it, and he isnt putting out alot in exercise. Its also a good idea to keep him light until you can have his surgery done.
Hotties condition changed that he is losing muscle mass, so the vet wanted him down although he wasnt heavy. Now he looks thin to me- but I will tell you- I am seeing behavior that has not been here in a while.
Try the water- and yes- rimadry will take their appetite away..

AHHH, the vet didn't mention anything about Rimadyl suppressing his appetite... hmmm, thoughts. His vet does suggest that he stay right around 40-45 lbs until his surgery is done and I'm doing that just fine. When he was at the dog park all the time, he was pure muscle... but now that he can't go as often, he seems to be so skinny to me... it's sad. He was so intimidating just by his muscular size, now he just looks thin, but the vet says he is in great condition....

[Nobas Mom]

So I tried the warm water in the bowl trick and all weekend, he's been eating his food without hesitation!!!! Thanks for the suggestion...