My dog won't eat his dry food unless I add 'toppers'. Is this okay?

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Answer

Relying heavily on 'toppers' for your dog to eat dry food can lead to a few issues. Firstly, it can create a picky eater, making your dog refuse plain kibble. Secondly, if the toppers are not nutritionally balanced or are given in large amounts, they can unbalance the complete and balanced diet of the kibble, leading to nutritional deficiencies or obesity over time. If your dog has a good appetite for toppers but not kibble, consider if there's an underlying health issue making dry food unappealing, or if the kibble itself isn't palatable. Speak to Dial A Vet via a video consult should you need further guidance on dietary concerns.

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