Dog Losing Weight

To confirm weight loss, check for prominent hip bones, and feel your dog's spine and ribs. In a healthy dog, you should feel the ribs but not see them. Confirm by weighing your dog at home or visiting a local clinic, then schedule a vet appointment.

To confirm and pinpoint the cause, track these specific observations for your veterinarian:

• Weigh-ins: Track exact weight changes using a pet scale or your own bathroom scale (weigh yourself, then weigh yourself holding the dog and calculate the difference).

• Diet & Appetite: Note if their appetite is increased, decreased, or unchanged, and detail any recent changes to their food, treats, or table scraps.

• Accompanying Symptoms: Look for vomiting, diarrhea, increased thirst/urination, or difficulty chewing, which are major red flags.

• Energy Levels: Observe any changes in stamina or signs of lethargy.

Unexplained weight loss can point to underlying conditions like parasites, diabetes, or dental pain, so prompt professional diagnostics are essential