Today, after being worried for a week because my dog wasn't eating, I paid the vet $120 for her to tell me that my dog doesn't like her dog food. FML
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Today, I took my dog to the vet because he hadn't eaten his food in three days, was drinking a lot of water, and was peeing a lot (all signs of antifreeze poisoning). I spent $200 at the vet to tell me that my dog is fine and just didn't like his current food. FML
Today, I rushed my dog to the vet because he was foaming at the mouth. I returned home with a bill for $200 and a dog who apparently has a thing for marshmallows. FML
Today, I finally realized why my 9-week-old puppy was going to the bathroom so much. I went to pick up the food bag and realized she had chewed a hole in the bottom, and eaten half of the bag in the last 4 days. Goodbye 30 pounds of dog food, and 100$ for a vet visit. FML
Today, I found out my dog is allergic to all forms of animal. His new vegetarian food is $90 a bag, and he refuses to eat it. FML
Today, I took my dog back to the vet because her face was completely swollen and her stomach was bright red and blotchy. It's obviously the medication she just started, but my vet doesn't believe dogs have allergic reactions. It's the only vet in the area. FML
Today, I splurged thousands of dollars on the breed of dog that I've loved since I was a kid from a reputable breeder. He is allergic to all food except the 24lb food for $70 and has sensitivities galore, including a seizure from a shot. I've spent $5,000 in vet bills in the first week. FML
Today, I took my dog to the vet and she was diagnosed with obesity. The vet then told me that dogs usually imitate their owners eating and behavior habits. FML
Today, my mother informed me that she sold my dog to pay off some bills. FML
Today, as I fed my dog his dinner of chicken offal, a drumstick, a wing, a mackerel, and a raw egg, my dad bitched and moaned that I waste money feeding him meat instead of just buying the cheapest kibble at the store. FML
Today, my dog won’t eat the premium $30 per kilo food I buy him, but he will eat other dog’s shit. FML
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laurenasabutton 26
I'm pretty sure that's exactly what happened and why OP went to the vet.
Hiimhaileypotter 52
#7: Not really. I know FMLs can only be so long, but I got the impression that OP hadn't just switched the dog to a new food that it turns out it didn't like, but instead the dog just stopped eating what it had been eating fine before. We don't really know how it happened in OP's case, but if my dog (who has been on the same food for about 3 years) suddenly stopped eating, I wouldn't automatically think, "She must've just randomly stopped liking this food she's been eating for years."
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shivamtrivedi 24
Well, you should have noticed that your dog was not eating his/her food.
laurenasabutton 26
I'm pretty sure that's exactly what happened and why OP went to the vet.
shivamtrivedi 24
#3: the first thing that any rational dog owner would do is check and change the food he/she is giving the dog.
Hiimhaileypotter 52
#7: Not really. I know FMLs can only be so long, but I got the impression that OP hadn't just switched the dog to a new food that it turns out it didn't like, but instead the dog just stopped eating what it had been eating fine before. We don't really know how it happened in OP's case, but if my dog (who has been on the same food for about 3 years) suddenly stopped eating, I wouldn't automatically think, "She must've just randomly stopped liking this food she's been eating for years."
Turbo_Turtle 14
@23, you honestly can not compare dogs to cats. I have my own cat, who switches upon introduction. Cats are so fickle and different. Dogs can normally follow a routine. Most dogs will eat a kind of foods for YEARS AND YEARS. So I get why op was confused at this. I mean, with felines, yes, change the food. With dogs, a vet is often nessecary.
toomanyidiots 14
@32, the word you're looking for is finicky, not fickle (cats can be fickle too, but that doesn't have anything to do with food). I would also like to note that dogs will (try to) eat anything. Including poop. And their own vomit.
Dthsapprntc 23
Dogs can be really picky eaters, and they can get tired of their food. I have two dogs and about 2 years ago one of them decided he didn't like the food any more. It does happen. OP could have saved some money and just buy a small bag of a different brand of food, and if the dog doesn't eat that it is time to see the vet. Simplest solutions first, yes?
ECHOSPiiKES 19
Quit bein a fag
martialart1st18 19
@23 also dogs are opportunistic and eat almost anything while cats only eat when they feel like it
MikaykayUnicorn 36
I'd just like to add in that some dogs don't like dog food at all. My family has two dogs and a cat and one of our dogs only eats the cat's food. We've tried around seven different brands but he still eats the cat food. And the other dog has eaten the same brand for six years and doesn't seem to mind.
davidisbeast 12
@23 I hope you know giving a dog cat food and giving a cat dog food is bad for the animal because both have their own nutritional requirements, which their own food is supposed to satisfy.
kaablam 17
My cat must be a fatass then because he has never refused.
toomanyidiots 14
Aww, people don't like being reminded that dogs will generally eat anything they can get their mouths on, even if it is revolting.
glabberfasted 16
63 - True, but they won't eat their dead owners (unlike cats) which is exactly why I dislike cats.
TunaFireStarter 16
Dogs have eaten their dead owners. It's not unheard of. If any animal is desperate enough, they will eat whatever they can/have to.
HKCgrimmjow 15
Also I'd like to add that you should probably get your dog off of the cat food, it can make them really sick and they don't get the right nutrients, you are better off making extra human food for your dog then giving them cat food.
davidisbeast 12
58, yes I did realize what your intention was In your comment but my comment was to inform you that having one of your dogs on cat food can be harmful to his health and you should get him back on dog food ASAP.
HersheySquirts 17
#1, #2, #6, #7, #13 ... you might be able to redeem yourself if you don't comment anymore. We have all taken your opinion five times now, and we still have yet to find anyone who cares.
jet_life 3
my grandparents dog doesn't eat his dog food unless it has some human food in it cause they fed him too much human food and he just doesn't like dog food anymore. dogs can be very picky eaters.
shivamtrivedi 24
Dogs are very mysterious creatures, you know....
zidiko 10
Should feed her some Scooby snax then she will it.
zidiko 10
Sorry somehow auto-correct deleted eat.
TXFernwoods 26
Snobby dog :P
coried91 28
You don't like some foods either. I'm going to feed you all the foods you don't like and when you don't eat it I'm going to call you snobby. Then proceed to make you finish it.
coried91 28
I just noticed the smiley face. Sorry!
buckdharma 37
#14- Mommy?
kimg0885 23
You should try mixing dry and canned food. As time goes on slowly reduce the amount of canned food until it's all dry food that you are feeding it.
shivamtrivedi 24
I sincerely hope that your dog lies the next brand of dog food that you choose.
coried91 28
Why are you posting so many comments? Just post additional comments under your first one.
shivamtrivedi 24
#10: This was a completely unrelated comment to my other ones. That's why I posted it separately.
TourettesGuyFTW 25
Even so...you talk too damn much!!
laurenasabutton 26
But you keep posting seemingly pointless, unhelpful comments rapidly. Are you just trying to get thumbs?
SouthernLady12 13
ooo... is there a medal for that... How many thumbs down can this post get? I will update if there is a medal. Lmao
warsun 27
#29 oh look, people are helping you
Kiki242 19
This is why pet stores should have samples.
TourettesGuyFTW 25
They usually do, in single pouches. Open your eyes, maybe?
Moochi456 20
I've never seen samples at any pet store I've ever been to. And with the mini petting zoo I used to have at my house I've been to just about every single pet store in my area.
chinaski7628 32
A lot of stores do-- especially if you ask or tell them the issues you're having with your pet. Maybe not all stores do, but they want to sell you a product and keep you coming back. Most will help you out.
TourettesGuyFTW 25
Over here (England), even supermarkets sell singles.
sthrnbell 9
Not on a lot of the good dog food.. Only the cheap stuff which u should never feed ur dog anyway
jazzy_123 20
You can't give them one kind of food sometimes. You have to try different kinds. My niece's dog didn't like the food she was eating until finally she found the right one x) they scan be brats but they're so cute!
letsgooo_fml 23
That's too bad. But better safe than sorry.
olpally 32
Kibbles and bits is not the best way to go. Haha.
PainOfDemise 11
At least you know nothing is wrong with your dog now.