Does it seem like every time you eat, your Pug want to as well? If you’ve been wondering “why is my Pug always hungry,” you’re not alone. I’ve decided to find out what causes this behavior and what it actually means.
Why Is My Pug Always Hungry?
A Dog’s bottomless stomach is usually attributed to canine biology. The grey wolf, (dog’s wild ancestor) adapted to the feast or famine diet because they had to go several days without eating.
When they did get access to food, they will usually eat large amounts at one time. This is also referred to as food caching, (similar to a dog that buries bones in the yard or garden) and scavenging the kitchen trash can for scraps.
While this was the case for wild animals. It may not be the case with a domesticated Pug.
If you’re anything like me, you fed your Pug on a schedule. Check out this article that will walk you through on how often to feed your Pug.
You may also want to check out this list of dog foods for Pugs that will provide your pet with the nutrients they need to feel satisfied. Here’s a list of the best Puppy food for Pugs.
My Pug Always Seems Hungry
Dogs in general love eating and it is possible that Fido is not actually hungry. They could be eating because the food is offered to them.
Learned Behavior
In most cases, this behavior is extremely normal. Dogs have learned that when they beg humans for food, they usually get it.
Many people give their dogs the leftovers after dinner. Some even go even further to bring the leftovers home after eating out at a restaurant.
I’m sure you’ve done it before, I know I did it a few times for Mindy my black Pug.
Well, after a few times of giving your dog some leftovers or scraps, she has learned the behavior of begging or eating when she sees you eating.
However, some experts also state that dogs that are always hungry could have a medical problem that causes them to feel hungry.
If you think that your Pug has an increased appetite, you may want to contact your veterinarian to get them to diagnose whether it’s an underlying health problem or your dog just loves eating.
Health Concerns
Other possible reasons your Pug may seem hungry even after they just ate a big breakfast, it could be more than just normal dog behavior.
If your Pug all of a sudden becomes hungry and wants to eat everything in the house, they could be dealing with an underlying medical issue such as:
Diabetes
Canine diabetes has been known to cause increased diabetes, due to a lack of insulin in the body. The cells in your pooches body respond by telling your pooch that they are still hungry.
This condition can affect both cats and dogs. Signs that your Pug may suffer from diabetes will be increased water intake, increased appetite, increased urination, and weight loss.
Cushing’s Disease
Which is also referred to as Hyperadrenocorticism. This condition is more common in dogs (and rarely cats). Cushings Disease causes your canine’s body to produce too much glucocorticoid.
This hormone is responsible for helping your four-legged friend deal with stress. Too much production of the hormone can cause illness.