This will soften the food and make it as appetizing as homemade stew. If your pet normally eats canned food, scoop some into a bowl and heat it in the microwave until it's just warm, adds Dr. Freeman. Tantalize his taste buds. Create a stink. When you shop for pet foods, look for one that really smells.
Cats often favor fish-flavored vittles, while dogs tend to prefer liver and beef.
Obviously, fussy eating isn't the problem. Most of the time, it's nothing you need to worry about, experts say. Generally, a healthy dog can go three to four days without eating before you need to worry. With cats, however, liver function can be impaired after even short periods without food. So if your cat hasn't eaten for a day or more, call your vet right away.