{"id":17137,"date":"2022-03-25T10:59:35","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:59:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:59:35","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:59:35","slug":"why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is my older dog obsessed with food?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_older_dog_obsessed_with_food\" title=\"Why is my older dog obsessed with food?\">Why is my older dog obsessed with food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Do_dogs_want_more_food_as_they_get_older\" title=\"Do dogs want more food as they get older?\">Do dogs want more food as they get older?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_obsessing_over_food\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from obsessing over food?\">How do I stop my dog from obsessing over food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_do_older_dogs_act_like_they_are_starving\" title=\"Why do older dogs act like they are starving?\">Why do older dogs act like they are starving?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_older_dog_suddenly_obsessed_with_food\" title=\"Why is my older dog suddenly obsessed with food?\">Why is my older dog suddenly obsessed with food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_older_dog_always_hungry\" title=\"Why is my older dog always hungry?\">Why is my older dog always hungry?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Do_dogs_eating_habits_change_as_they_get_older\" title=\"Do dogs eating habits change as they get older?\">Do dogs eating habits change as they get older?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#What_causes_a_dog_to_be_obsessed_with_food\" title=\"What causes a dog to be obsessed with food?\">What causes a dog to be obsessed with food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_does_my_dog_act_like_shes_starving_all_the_time\" title=\"Why does my dog act like she&#8217;s starving all the time?\">Why does my dog act like she&#8217;s starving all the time?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_old_dog_so_hungry_all_the_time\" title=\"Why is my old dog so hungry all the time?\">Why is my old dog so hungry all the time?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_old_dog_so_hungry_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my old dog so hungry all of a sudden?\">Why is my old dog so hungry all of a sudden?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_does_my_dog_suddenly_want_to_eat_all_the_time\" title=\"Why does my dog suddenly want to eat all the time?\">Why does my dog suddenly want to eat all the time?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_older_dog_so_hungry_all_the_time\" title=\"Why is my older dog so hungry all the time?\">Why is my older dog so hungry all the time?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#How_many_times_a_day_should_you_feed_a_senior_dog\" title=\"How many times a day should you feed a senior dog?\">How many times a day should you feed a senior dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_has_my_dogs_eating_habits_changed\" title=\"Why has my dog&#8217;s eating habits changed?\">Why has my dog&#8217;s eating habits changed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#At_what_age_do_dogs_start_eating_less\" title=\"At what age do dogs start eating less?\">At what age do dogs start eating less?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Do_dogs_go_off_their_food_as_they_get_older\" title=\"Do dogs go off their food as they get older?\">Do dogs go off their food as they get older?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_dog_not_eating_but_acting_normal\" title=\"Why is my dog not eating but acting normal?\">Why is my dog not eating but acting normal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_being_obsessed_with_food\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from being obsessed with food?\">How do I stop my dog from being obsessed with food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_has_my_dog_suddenly_become_obsessed_with_food\" title=\"Why has my dog suddenly become obsessed with food?\">Why has my dog suddenly become obsessed with food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_does_my_dog_act_like_he_is_starving_all_the_time\" title=\"Why does my dog act like he is starving all the time?\">Why does my dog act like he is starving all the time?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_being_hungry_all_the_time\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from being hungry all the time?\">How do I stop my dog from being hungry all the time?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_dog_constantly_begging_for_food\" title=\"Why is my dog constantly begging for food?\">Why is my dog constantly begging for food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_elderly_dog_so_hungry\" title=\"Why is my elderly dog so hungry?\">Why is my elderly dog so hungry?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-older-dog-obsessed-with-food\/#Why_is_my_senior_dog_constantly_hungry\" title=\"Why is my senior dog constantly hungry?\">Why is my senior dog constantly hungry?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_older_dog_obsessed_with_food\"><\/span>Why is my older dog obsessed with food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In attempts to feel full, food-obsessed dogs may even sample non-edible items, such as rocks or garbage. This behavior is called pica. (Other causes of pica include <b>boredom, stress, and separation anxiety. But pica can also result from health problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_want_more_food_as_they_get_older\"><\/span>Do dogs want more food as they get older?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Older Dogs May Need More Encouragement to Eat<\/b> It&#8217;s normal for dogs to eat less as they get older, but they should still have a healthy appetite. If your dog is eating a lot less than normal, or refuses to eat at all, this could be a sign of an underlying medical problem.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_obsessing_over_food\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from obsessing over food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Consult your vet on your dog&#8217;s actual dietary needs per day, create a regular feeding ritual and schedule for your dog, and stick to it. Don&#8217;t let anyone in the house give him human scraps or handouts, and only give treats when your dog has earned them by doing a job and then showing calm, submissive energy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_older_dogs_act_like_they_are_starving\"><\/span>Why do older dogs act like they are starving?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As they age, your dog may act hungrier <b>due to health issues. Dr. Benson also mentions that an always hungry dog could have a medical problem causing them to always feel hungry. While some dogs just simply like to indulge in food, sometimes an increased appetite is the sign of an underlying health issue, he explains.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_older_dog_suddenly_obsessed_with_food\"><\/span>Why is my older dog suddenly obsessed with food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In attempts to feel full, food-obsessed dogs may even sample non-edible items, such as rocks or garbage. This behavior is called pica. (Other causes of pica include <b>boredom, stress, and separation anxiety. But pica can also result from health problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_older_dog_always_hungry\"><\/span>Why is my older dog always hungry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While many dogs are simply food motivated, <b>an increased appetite can also be a sign of several health issues. Some of the health issues that may lead to insatiable appetite, or polyphagia, include: diabetes. tumors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_eating_habits_change_as_they_get_older\"><\/span>Do dogs eating habits change as they get older?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common Causes for Reduced Appetite <b>As dogs grow older, their bodies change. Their sense of smell and taste decreases, which may change their food preferences or decrease the excitement that they experience at mealtime.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_a_dog_to_be_obsessed_with_food\"><\/span>What causes a dog to be obsessed with food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Food obsession can, but does not always, lead to food aggression. Essentially, food obsession occurs when a dog fixates on food and <b>typically stems from their owners giving them too many human treats, allowing them in the kitchen, and allowing them to beg at the dinner table<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_act_like_shes_starving_all_the_time\"><\/span>Why does my dog act like she&#8217;s starving all the time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While many dogs are simply food motivated, <b>an increased appetite can also be a sign of several health issues. Some of the health issues that may lead to insatiable appetite, or polyphagia, include: diabetes. tumors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_old_dog_so_hungry_all_the_time\"><\/span>Why is my old dog so hungry all the time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An increase in appetite is not as common as decreased appetite in senior pets, but <b>may also be a symptom of a medical condition. Maintaining a healthy weight is particularly important for senior pets because excess weight can cause heart disease, as well as joint and bone problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_old_dog_so_hungry_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my old dog so hungry all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A sudden increase of appetite in a dog can be a symptom of a number of conditions: <b>Aging. <\/b><b>Bacterial overgrowth in the intestines<\/b><b>Cushing&#8217;s disease<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_suddenly_want_to_eat_all_the_time\"><\/span>Why does my dog suddenly want to eat all the time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Abnormalities in the CNS can cause increased appetite, as can several other factors such as stress, an underlying disease, or cancer. Because appetite changes are so common in many illnesses and situations, diagnosing the reason for it can be a complex process. Polyphagia can indicate serious disease.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_older_dog_so_hungry_all_the_time\"><\/span>Why is my older dog so hungry all the time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An increase in appetite is not as common as decreased appetite in senior pets, but may also be a symptom of a medical condition. Maintaining a healthy weight is particularly important for senior pets because <b>excess weight can cause heart disease, as well as joint and bone problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_times_a_day_should_you_feed_a_senior_dog\"><\/span>How many times a day should you feed a senior dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As they age, your dog may act hungrier <b>due to health issues. Dr. Benson also mentions that an always hungry dog could have a medical problem causing them to always feel hungry. While some dogs just simply like to indulge in food, sometimes an increased appetite is the sign of an underlying health issue, he explains.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_has_my_dogs_eating_habits_changed\"><\/span>Why has my dog&#8217;s eating habits changed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even eating more can be a sign of illness. Dogs experiencing the early signs of some metabolic disorders, such as Cushing&#8217;s Disease or Hypothyroidism may suddenly start to eat more and gain weight. <b>Increased stress, changes in exercise patterns, illness and\/or infection can all lead to decreased appetite.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_do_dogs_start_eating_less\"><\/span>At what age do dogs start eating less?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Four feedings a day are usually adequate to meet nutritional demands. Large breeds should be fed unmoistened dry food by 9 or 10 weeks; small dogs by 12 or 13 weeks. <b>36 months: Sometime during this period, decrease feedings from four to three a day. A pup should be losing her potbelly and pudginess by 12 weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_go_off_their_food_as_they_get_older\"><\/span>Do dogs go off their food as they get older?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most dogs experience decreased appetite as they are aging. The most common cause is dental decay and discomfort when chewing hard foods such as kibble. This is easily remedied by soaking the food, switching to wet food or mixing it with soft ingredients such as yoghurt or pumpkin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_not_eating_but_acting_normal\"><\/span>Why is my dog not eating but acting normal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your dog could be avoiding his food due to <b>liver disease, infections, a blockage, tumor or kidney failure. If your dog isn&#8217;t eating but seems otherwise fine, that&#8217;s likely not the issue. However, if he doesn&#8217;t start chowing down within 24 hours, it&#8217;s time to seek medical help.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_being_obsessed_with_food\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from being obsessed with food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Do You Have a Food-Obsessed Dog?<\/b><b>Here&#8217;s How I Deal With Mine<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Slow down his meals.  <\/li>\n<li>Make frozen broth treats.  <\/li>\n<li>Treat frozen veggies.  <\/li>\n<li>Hide his meds.  <\/li>\n<li>Fake his training treats.<\/li>\n<p>07-Apr-2016<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_has_my_dog_suddenly_become_obsessed_with_food\"><\/span>Why has my dog suddenly become obsessed with food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In attempts to feel full, food-obsessed dogs may even sample non-edible items, such as rocks or garbage. This behavior is called pica. (Other causes of pica include <b>boredom, stress, and separation anxiety. But pica can also result from health problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_act_like_he_is_starving_all_the_time\"><\/span>Why does my dog act like he is starving all the time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While many dogs are simply food motivated, <b>an increased appetite can also be a sign of several health issues. Some of the health issues that may lead to insatiable appetite, or polyphagia, include: diabetes. tumors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_being_hungry_all_the_time\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from being hungry all the time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Keep Your Dog Feeling Full After Meals<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Know Your Dog&#8217;s Body Composition.  <\/li>\n<li>Deflect Your Dog&#8217;s Attention From Food.  <\/li>\n<li>Avoid Kibble with Air and Water for Fillers.  <\/li>\n<li>Try a High Fiber Diet For Your Dog.  <\/li>\n<li>Try Feeding Your Dog Vegetables.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_constantly_begging_for_food\"><\/span>Why is my dog constantly begging for food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dog begging can happen because <b>your pup has learned that they can manipulate you into giving a food treat as a reward at certain times. When you give in to your dog&#8217;s begging, it reinforces the behavior. Your dog quickly learns that if they beg long enough, you&#8217;ll eventually give in out of stress or frustration.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_elderly_dog_so_hungry\"><\/span>Why is my elderly dog so hungry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another reason your senior pet may be eating irregularly may be due to an <b>endocrine disorder, which is a category of medical conditions effecting glands and hormones. Common endocrine disorders in pets include: Hypothyroidism. Cushing&#8217;s disease.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_senior_dog_constantly_hungry\"><\/span>Why is my senior dog constantly hungry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another reason your senior pet may be eating irregularly may be due to an <b>endocrine disorder, which is a category of medical conditions effecting glands and hormones. Common endocrine disorders in pets include: Hypothyroidism. Cushing&#8217;s disease.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why is my older dog obsessed with food?Do dogs want more food as they get older?How do I stop my dog from obsessing over food?Why do older dogs act like they are starving?Why is my older dog suddenly obsessed with food?Why is my older dog always hungry?Do dogs eating habits change as&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17137","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17137"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17137"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17137\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17137"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17137"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17137"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}