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When I adopted my Sally several years ago, it took her a good 6 months to a year before we started seeing all of her "personality". Yeah, she ate and all, but she really came into her own after about a year. I think she had been bounced around and it took her longer to get comfortable. Your guy will come around.
What a sweet face! Great job on rescuing from the shelter; sounds like you are doing everything right and he's a great fit for your family. It can take several weeks for them to really settle in and the eating very little is part of it. We used to foster for a rescue group and many of the new rescues we had would not eat much for the first week or two. A little chicken broth/white rice added to their food helped and calmed their empty bellies. He is adorable, and I'm so happy he has a family!
Only spending two days at the shelter is very lucky for him, but he's really been through a whirlwind and I'm sure he's still very confused about what's going on. A vet check is always good for a new pet, but chances are it won't turn up anything physical that's making him reluctant to eat. As I said on the cat side, the before and after pics are wonderful to see!
What a sweet face! Great job on rescuing from the shelter; sounds like you are doing everything right and he's a great fit for your family. It can take several weeks for them to really settle in and the eating very little is part of it. We used to foster for a rescue group and many of the new rescues we had would not eat much for the first week or two. A little chicken broth/white rice added to their food helped and calmed their empty bellies. He is adorable, and I'm so happy he has a family!
Chicken broth and rice is a good idea but make sure the chicken broth is low sodium.
It's always a good idea to take a newly adopted pet to the vet as soon as you can so you can make sure he didin't pick up anything icky from his previous situation. And the vet can put your mind at ease about his eating.
Sounds like an adjustment issue.
The dog has been through a lot emotionally.
Does he take dog treats at all?
If he's not vomiting and/or diarreha, I wouldn't be overly concerned.
I once adopted a shelter dog and for almost a week, her eyes were set back in her head like she was scared and wouldn't eat. A lot of cajoling and a lot of love and before you knew it, she adjusted.
Play a game with the food, a kernel or two at a time.
Before you know it, the dog will be asking for more.
No way a dog will ever starve itself barring sickness.
Our little rescue dog didn't bark for a couple of weeks, we didn't think she could. Years later and now that she completely owns the house, she has no trouble showing her happiness or displeasure with her vocal commands..
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