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My puppy is hungry after not eating. What food is safe to give?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 15 lbs

I've a small puppy, half huski half normal breed, that hasn't ate for three days.. the vet game some electrolites, and today he start to seek food and i don't know what to gave him? It is good to gave him milk?

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Lauren Jones VMD

Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on May 24th, 2017

I'm glad to hear that Thunder seems hungry again! No, do not give him milk. Many dogs are lactose intolerant and milk can cause further vomiting, diarrhea and a loss of appetite. Instead, try feeding him a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken and white rice (1 & 3/4 cup per day, divided into smaller meals) for several days, then gradually mix his regular puppy food in with the bland diet over another 5-7 days. If he still refuses to eat or has vomiting or diarrhea, Thunder may need to go back to the vet. I hope that Thunder is feeling better soon!
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