Episode 269: Why Do Some Dogs Seem to Have Less Food Drive Than Others – 10 Reasons to Consider

Episode 269: Why Do Some Dogs Seem to Have Less Food Drive Than Others – 10 Reasons to Consider

Susan Garrett2024-04-18T00:00:50+00:00April 3rd, 2024|0 Comments

How can I train my dog if they're not interested in food? That's a question I'm often asked, and before we get to the how, we need to look at the why! A dog not really wanting to take food is something I've experienced from time to time. I'm covering the top ten reasons why a dog might have low food drive and not be motivated by training treats as a reinforcer.

In this episode you’ll hear:

About my experiences with dogs not interested in food.
Why singleton puppies might have low food drive.
The impact of a dog’s anxiety or fear.
Why highly stimulated or over aroused dogs might not take treats.
That a dog’s disinterest in food might be a sign of pain or discomfort.
About the importance of good food hygiene for dogs.
The impact of too little activity on a dog’s food drive.
Why to consider your dog’s value for the treats you are using.
What’s important about the way you are presenting treats to your dog.
How overfeeding dogs can lead to disinterest in training treats.
A test to try, but consult with your Veterinarian first!
That food refusal can become a reinforced behavior for dogs.

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