Inconsistent Appetite

[LaFlaca]

I have had the joy of sharing my home with two Greyhounds; Wendy, who graced our home for 10 years, and now, Lola, who has been home for 6 months.

 

Both of these dogs have had inconsistent appetites. Eating as if they're starving for several days/weeks and then going on a hunger strike for several days eating very little or skipping meals all together. There are no health issues to explain the variation in appetite at any given time.

 

My past dogs of various breeds never did this. Is this another Greyhound quirk?

[XTRAWLD]

I'd say it is. They are sensitive emotionally and physically, but I think they also have an incredible pulse on their own metabolism. They are easily able to keep themselves in weight check (ok, most of them). I find when my guys don't eat, it's either they simply are not hungry (maybe I haven't been exercising them enough - that happens to people plenty) or there are other environmental factors at play - it's crappy weather outside, they get bored, etc.

 

Keep an eye on it and monitor IMO. They can pick up and drop weight rapidly. A simple change in the amount fed can change results in short order.

[LaFlaca]

I'd say it is. They are sensitive emotionally and physically, but I think they also have an incredible pulse on their own metabolism. They are easily able to keep themselves in weight check (ok, most of them). I find when my guys don't eat, it's either they simply are not hungry (maybe I haven't been exercising them enough - that happens to people plenty) or there are other environmental factors at play - it's crappy weather outside, they get bored, etc.

 

Keep an eye on it and monitor IMO. They can pick up and drop weight rapidly. A simple change in the amount fed can change results in short order.

Lola has eaten very little since yesterday...something she has done before. I'm keeping a close eye on her for any signs of illness or discomfort. It just makes me crazy with worry when they don't eat!

[XTRAWLD]

Certainly if she was a motivated food hound before, and is now turning up her nose at the simplest thing, it's a big flag. You'll do what's best I'm sure.