Shihtzu/Maltese Not Eating After Being Spayed

By mara (Guest Post)

i have apure breed shihtzu. He's a year old. He do not like to eat. Try different variety of food can or dry, he smells it and leave. Sometimes he like to eat carrots, steam bok choy or fried fish. Need Help!

By Riley (Guest Post)

I've worked at a vet's office for four years now, If the dogs is not eating then you need to call the vet. Also Moniter if she has vomited, drinking water, or has diarrhea. I could be something serious. On another note, you said something about meds? How are you giving the meds? Shihtzu/Maltese are know for being picky eaters and if she is getting meds in something better than her bland kibble, then there is a chance she is holding out for the better food. Try offering her some wet canned food. I recommend Hill's prescription diet A/D.

By

Sharon from FL

Yes, DO call the vet...when animals don't eat (especially for a long time) there's a reason. Also, even if she is drinking, if she isn't eating there is a danger of dehyrdration.

By

Maryeileen

Get her to the vet ASAP.

By DEEE (Guest Post)

I HAD A SMALLL DOG, WHO WOULDN'T EAT AFTER BEING SPAYED. AFTER SEVERAL DAYS, MY VET TOLD ME SHE WAS IN DEPRESSION. THEY STARTED HER ON IV'S FOR A FEW DAYS.
MY OTHER LITTLE DOG DIDN'T HAVE A PROBLEM WHEN SHE WAS SPAYED. JUST THE DIFFERENCE IN EACH ANIMAL. I WOULD CHECK WITH YOUR VET VERY SOON.
DEE

By Mythi (Guest Post)

When my dog was ill the vet asked on the phone if she was eating and drinking. She said not drinking, bring her in right away. For food she said if they don't eat after 24 hours they should be seen.
Sounds like you need to take her in. She could have an infection in her incision.

By

jjager

My dog ate 24hrs after her surgery. A week is way too long. Call your Vet. Don't wait. Their could be something seriously wrong. Why take the chance.
Jennifer CA

By Marna (Guest Post)

Is she pooping is the most important question. Is she eating anything at all? Are you giving her something other than her normal food? She may be playing you trying to get you to give her special treats. Don't fall for that if she is; I've never seen a dog skeleton next to a full dog dish :) But if she's eating nothing at all, I'd call the vet back.

By Becky (Guest Post)

Yes, you should be worried about your dog not eating post surgery. It is possible that there is an infection or some stitches that missed being removed, etc. Your best bet is to take your pet back to the vet for follow up treatment immediately

By Becky (Guest Post)

Yes, you should be worried and you should immediately be calling/going for a follow up visit with your vet