When we see dogs eating, they usually wolf down their food, giving an impression that they are very hungry. Many owners think the same when they observe this, so after finishing one bowl of dog food, they give another. However, this can cause digestive problems or even vomiting. So does a dog eating quickly mean it is very hungry?

       Actually, whether dogs are hungry or not, they eat very quickly. So it is normal to see them eating at that speed. This is a habit inherited from their wild ancestors. In the wild, dogs face fierce competition for food and often do not know when their next meal will come. Therefore, they must eat quickly before strong rivals like coyotes steal their food. This habit has continued even after dogs became pets. So even if your puppy’s stomach is full and hard, it won’t slow down its eating speed. Do not assume it is starving.

       If you always let it eat until fully stuffed, it will put a heavy burden on its digestive tract and may sometimes cause various reactions such as vomiting or unwillingness to eat. Therefore, dogs eating fast does not mean they are very hungry; it is just a habit.

       From the above, everyone should now understand that dogs naturally eat quickly, so don’t think it is because they are too hungry. Also, do not overfeed dogs because of this.