Dog Health
Gently to the Ideal Weight 🐶
Losing weight often extends your dog’s healthy lifespan. With proper nutrition, exercise, and your attention, it can succeed — step by step.
Is your dog overweight? (BCS Quick Check)
- 🔍 Waist seen from above and side.
- 🔍 Under the belly, there should be a tuck, not bulging.
- 🔍 Ribs should be felt with slight pressure, not visible.
- 🔍 Dorsal vertebrae and hips palpable; no fat pad at tail base.
Why dogs gain weight
- 🍖 Food & activity: too large portions or many treats, too little exercise.
- 🧪 Diseases: rare but possible (e.g. hormonal issues).
- 💊 Medications: some drugs promote weight gain. If in doubt, consult the vet.
Health Risks of Overweight
- ⚠️ Joints & mobility are stressed more.
- ⚠️ Heart, lungs & metabolism are affected.
- ⚠️ Quality of life and lifespan may decline; weight management reduces risks.
How to lose weight healthily
- 🗓️ Plan feeding by weight, size & activity in consultation with the vet.
- 🥗 Feed calorie-consciously: choose “light” or weight-management recipes; ingredients like chicken, salmon, rice, plus FOS/MOS help digestion and satiety.
- 🍪 Manage treats: max 10% of daily calories; prefer small, low-calorie treats.
- 🔄 Transition slowly: over 7–10 days. Always offer fresh water.
Exercise: Increase safely
- 🚶 Multiple short walks instead of one long one.
- 🎯 Variety: scent games, tugging, gentle fetch.
- 🌊 Low-impact: swimming if your dog enjoys water.
Preventive Care
Portion control, fixed feeding times, check weight every 2–4 weeks, daily movement.
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