Underfeeding

Discussion in 'Labrador Health' started by Sandra, Jun 18, 2019.

  1. Sandra

    Sandra Registered Users

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    hi
    I feel really bad, my husband has gone away with work and I’m sure he told me to feed our 4 year old lab 100g twice daily. He actually said 140g.
    She is not pooping her usual twice daily only once and seems very tired.
    I have been doing this for a week and feel terrible. She has been getting treats too
    I will take her to the vet ASAP but so worried.
    Any advice appreciated
     
  2. 5labs

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    what is her body score?
     
  3. Michael A Brooks

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    Don't worry one week is not a disaster. Just go to 140 now or 150 for a couple of days before reverting to norm. No need for vet unless she is ill.
     
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  4. Jo Laurens

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    Your dog may actually be a bit depressed or sad that your husband is away and missing him - don't misinterpret her tiredness!

    Dogs (and people) can actually survive just fine for weeks without food - as long as we have water - so there is no need to take a dog to the vet just because you've slightly underfed her for a week....
     

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