{"id":20524,"date":"2022-09-05T11:07:58","date_gmt":"2022-09-05T11:07:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/"},"modified":"2022-09-06T06:18:47","modified_gmt":"2022-09-06T06:18:47","slug":"how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I stop my puppy from getting over excited for 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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#How_do_I_stop_my_puppy_from_getting_over_excited_for_food\" title=\"How do I stop my puppy from getting over excited for food?\">How do I stop my puppy from getting over excited for 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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_act_like_they_are_starving\" title=\"Is it normal for puppies to act like they are starving?\">Is it normal for puppies to 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-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Can_dogs_get_too_excited_eating\" title=\"Can dogs get too excited eating?\">Can dogs get too excited eating?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-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-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Why_is_my_puppy_so_desperate_for_food\" title=\"Why is my puppy so desperate for food?\">Why is my puppy so desperate for 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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#How_do_you_calm_an_overstimulated_puppy\" title=\"How do you calm an overstimulated puppy?\">How do you calm an overstimulated puppy?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Why_does_my_puppy_act_like_its_starving\" title=\"Why does my puppy act like its starving?\">Why does my puppy act like its starving?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Are_puppies_hungry_all_the_time\" title=\"Are puppies hungry all the time?\">Are puppies 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-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Why_is_my_puppy_still_hungry_after_eating\" title=\"Why is my puppy still hungry after eating?\">Why is my puppy still hungry after eating?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Should_I_let_my_puppy_eat_as_much_as_he_wants\" title=\"Should I let my puppy eat as much as he wants?\">Should I let my puppy eat as much as he wants?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Can_a_dog_be_too_food_motivated\" title=\"Can a dog be too food motivated?\">Can a dog be too food motivated?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_excited_eating\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from excited eating?\">How do I stop my dog from excited eating?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Why_do_dogs_get_so_excited_over_food\" title=\"Why do dogs get so excited over food?\">Why do dogs get so excited over food?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#How_do_you_break_a_dogs_food_obsession\" title=\"How do you break a dog&#8217;s food obsession?\">How do you break a dog&#8217;s food obsession?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-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-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-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-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Why_does_my_puppy_act_like_hes_starving\" title=\"Why does my puppy act like he&#8217;s starving?\">Why does my puppy act like he&#8217;s starving?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#How_do_I_stop_my_puppy_from_obsessing_over_food\" title=\"How do I stop my puppy from obsessing over food?\">How do I stop my puppy 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-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_puppy_is_overstimulated\" title=\"How do you know if your puppy is overstimulated?\">How do you know if your puppy is overstimulated?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#How_do_you_calm_a_puppy_with_Zoomies\" title=\"How do you calm a puppy with Zoomies?\">How do you calm a puppy with Zoomies?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Can_a_puppy_be_overstimulated\" title=\"Can a puppy be overstimulated?\">Can a puppy be overstimulated?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Why_is_my_puppy_acting_so_hungry\" title=\"Why is my puppy acting so hungry?\">Why is my puppy acting so hungry?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Is_it_normal_for_a_puppy_to_always_be_hungry\" title=\"Is it normal for a puppy to always be hungry?\">Is it normal for a puppy to always be hungry?<\/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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_puppy_is_always_hungry\" title=\"What do I do if my puppy is always hungry?\">What do I do if my puppy is always 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\/how-do-i-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food\/#Why_does_my_puppy_act_like_shes_starving_all_the_time\" title=\"Why does my puppy act like she&#8217;s starving all the time?\">Why does my puppy act like she&#8217;s starving all the time?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_puppy_from_getting_over_excited_for_food\"><\/span>How do I stop my puppy from getting over excited for food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In many of the above cases, the underlying mechanism leading to increased hunger is the same: <b>your dog&#8217;s body is unable to absorb the nutrients in the food or digest it properly, so their appetite goes into overdrive. They are actually starving no matter how much food they eat, so they compensate by eating everything.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-dog-isnt-getting-enough-nutrients\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do I know if my dog isnt getting enough nutrients?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_act_like_they_are_starving\"><\/span>Is it normal for puppies to act like they are starving?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No, you shouldn&#8217;t be worried. Many dogs have peculiar or quirky eating behaviors. You only need to worry if 1) <b>the dog isn&#8217;t eating at all and losing weight, 2) the dog is gaining too much weight, 3) if the dog exhibits food aggression.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CGgejavkIGw\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_get_too_excited_eating\"><\/span>Can dogs get too excited eating?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Food aggression occurs when a dog feels the need to fight for their food, to steal other animals&#8217; food, or becomes territorial over where and by whom they are fed. Oftentimes, food aggression is something that owners don&#8217;t think about until an issue occurs.<\/b><\/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_is_my_puppy_so_desperate_for_food\"><\/span>Why is my puppy so desperate for food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instinctive Response <b>In the wild, dogs have a feast-or-famine mentality. When they have access to fresh food, they&#8217;ll eat as much of it as possible. They do this because they don&#8217;t know when they&#8217;ll have a chance to get some more food. It&#8217;s why many dogs and wild canines are so territorial around their meals.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_calm_an_overstimulated_puppy\"><\/span>How do you calm an overstimulated puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Calm Overstimulated Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be sure to proactively reward your pets for naturally giving you good behaviors.<\/li>\n<li>Practice hyping your dog up in play so you can practice calming into behaviors like sit and down.<\/li>\n<li>Practice a conditioned relaxation exercise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppy_act_like_its_starving\"><\/span>Why does my puppy act like its starving?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs (and people, too) need sugar for energy. <b>If they&#8217;re not getting enough, their cells will trick them into thinking they&#8217;re still hungry as an instinctual hunt for more sugar. Hyperthyroidism: While relatively rare in dogs, hyperthyroidism can cause sudden increased appetite.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s36700.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/A-dog-sitting-at-a-table-looking-hungry-or-bored-600x400.jpg.optimal.jpg\" alt=\"What Are the Signs of a Truly Hungry Dog? Let's Discuss.\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_puppies_hungry_all_the_time\"><\/span>Are puppies hungry all the time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What with all that growing they&#8217;re doing, <b>puppies are hungry! Start out by feeding your puppy at regular intervals three times a day. More frequent, smaller meals are easier to digest and help keep your puppy&#8217;s energy levels steadier throughout the day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_puppy_still_hungry_after_eating\"><\/span>Why is my puppy still hungry after eating?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most dogs overeat, because of the same reasons most humans do &#8211; <b>because they enjoy eating, and food is delicious. One way to stop your dog from begging for food is by diverting their attention to something more exciting. This can also help you feel less guilty for not giving into their adorable demands.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_let_my_puppy_eat_as_much_as_he_wants\"><\/span>Should I let my puppy eat as much as he wants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Puppies need to eat a lotand not too much. You should be able to feel but not see their ribs, and they should have a visible waist when you look down at them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_be_too_food_motivated\"><\/span>Can a dog be too food motivated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Signs of a Food Obsessed Dog <b>When dogs get excited about food, many pet owners feel they&#8217;re too food motivated. From another perspective, I know many people that behave similarly when margaritas are served. When dogs are excited, they may: Jump up. Drool.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_excited_eating\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from excited eating?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In many of the above cases, the underlying mechanism leading to increased hunger is the same: <b>your dog&#8217;s body is unable to absorb the nutrients in the food or digest it properly, so their appetite goes into overdrive. They are actually starving no matter how much food they eat, so they compensate by eating everything.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_get_so_excited_over_food\"><\/span>Why do dogs get so excited over food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A highly aroused dog will be outwardly very excited. Some dogs may show just an open mouth grin with tongue hanging out, and might be unable to settle. Other dogs may be panting, jumping up, or vocalizing incessantly. They may also become grabby, or mouthy, may chatter their teeth, or you may notice full-body shaking.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DR831Q2fv-U\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_break_a_dogs_food_obsession\"><\/span>How do you break a dog&#8217;s food obsession?<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=\"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_does_my_puppy_act_like_hes_starving\"><\/span>Why does my puppy act like he&#8217;s starving?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs (and people, too) need sugar for energy. <b>If they&#8217;re not getting enough, their cells will trick them into thinking they&#8217;re still hungry as an instinctual hunt for more sugar. Hyperthyroidism: While relatively rare in dogs, hyperthyroidism can cause sudden increased appetite.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_puppy_from_obsessing_over_food\"><\/span>How do I stop my puppy from obsessing over food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Issue 2: Food Obsession<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have been giving your dog table scraps or human treats, this should stop.<\/li>\n<li>Buy dog treats from the pet store and start using them to reward your dog when they behave well.<\/li>\n<li>If you have allowed your dog to be in the kitchen or dining room, they should no longer be allowed in these areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_your_puppy_is_overstimulated\"><\/span>How do you know if your puppy is overstimulated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>4 Signs Your Dog Is Overstimulated<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>#1 Hyperactivity. A bored dog and an overstimulated dog often look the same, believe it or not.<\/li>\n<li>#2 Hiding. If your dog isn&#8217;t the social type, you might find that they are seeking somewhere to be alone when you have guests over.<\/li>\n<li>#3 Nipping Biting.<\/li>\n<li>#4 Compulsive Behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/nervous_lab_puppy-studio-portrait.jpg\" alt=\"How To Tell If Your Dog Is Stressed: Body Language And Warning Signs\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_calm_a_puppy_with_Zoomies\"><\/span>How do you calm a puppy with Zoomies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How Do You Calm Down A Dog With The Zoomies?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Take your dog for a long walk. Remember, the zoomies are your dog&#8217;s way of burning excess energy.<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t engage. If you want your dog to calm down, you need to give them the signal that it&#8217;s not play time.<\/li>\n<li>Give your pup a calming supplement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_puppy_be_overstimulated\"><\/span>Can a puppy be overstimulated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppies explore the world through their mouths, just like human babies. And just like human babies, <b>they can become overstimulated &#8211; when this happens, they can get very bitey, and it can be difficult to calm them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_puppy_acting_so_hungry\"><\/span>Why is my puppy acting so hungry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>If your dog&#8217;s body isn&#8217;t absorbing the nutrient in his or her food properly, they will automatically feel hungrier. These nutrients are vital for growth and development. Without them, your dog is at risk for many health issues.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_a_puppy_to_always_be_hungry\"><\/span>Is it normal for a puppy to always be hungry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>If your dog&#8217;s body isn&#8217;t absorbing the nutrient in his or her food properly, they will automatically feel hungrier. These nutrients are vital for growth and development. Without them, your dog is at risk for many health issues. There are a number of reasons why nutrients aren&#8217;t being absorbed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_puppy_is_always_hungry\"><\/span>What do I do if my puppy is always hungry?<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<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EHoCHu3RndQ\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppy_act_like_shes_starving_all_the_time\"><\/span>Why does my puppy act like she&#8217;s starving all the time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>As they age, your dog may act hungrier 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","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do I stop my puppy from getting over excited for food?Is it normal for puppies to act like they are starving?Can dogs get too excited eating?How do I stop my dog from obsessing over food?Why is my puppy so desperate for food?How do you calm an overstimulated puppy?Why does my puppy&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":194248,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-do-I-stop-my-puppy-from-getting-over-excited-for-food.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20524"}],"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=20524"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20524\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":194250,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20524\/revisions\/194250"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/194248"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20524"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20524"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20524"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}