Tips for Overweight Dogs

An overweight dog does not look healthy, and this only occurs because of overfeeding, not because they choose this lifestyle. It is only through overfeeding that we make this happen to our pets.

DISEASES CAUSED BY DOG OBESITY

If you want to learn about weight loss for dogs, the first thing you should do is consult your vet and get his approval and advice. That said and done, there are many reasons and tips to help you achieve the goal of a healthy pet.

Obesity in our pets is ultimately our responsibility. After all we are in control of their nutrition. It has become an epidemic that is associated with our own “couch potato” lifestyle. There are many problems that can be caused by obesity in our dogs which can be prevented if they are fed an all natural healthy organic diet. Some of these ailments (which mimic our own problems with over indulgence) include:

JOINT AND WALKING DIFFICULTIES – this is due to added weight and stress put on joints, bones, and muscles. This can cause back problems, hip dysplasia, lethargy, and aggravation of arthritis.

HEART AND RESPIRATORY DISEASES – Obesity causes extra stress on the heart and lungs, making them tork harder than a dog that is physically fit.

DIABETES – This is more prevalent in obese pets.

LIVER DISEASE – This is also associated with obese pets.

SKIN PROBLEMS – Being fat causes difficulty in your pet’s grooming ability. Just as overweight humans have trouble reaching their feet to tie their shoes when a fat belly is in the way, a dog can’t reach all areas that need self cleaning. Dirt and bacteria can become embedded in fat rolls and cause infections.

STOMACH PROBLEMS – There is a painful and life threatening condition, called pancreatitis, which is seen more and more in obese pets.

Just as the above diseases mimic our own obesity related problems, they are curable or preventable if you keep your dog healthy, active and fed nutrionally premium dog food.

WEIGHT LOSS TIPS FOR DOGS

Putting your pet on a fat reducing diet and increasing exercise, as prescribed by your vet, is the best way to show your love to your pet. There are many excellent healthy organic dog foods available that are high in protein and low in fat. Check the labels carefully and make sure you buy the best organic dog food you can afford, with the highest amount of organic ingredients and low fat content.

Elimination of bad high calorie treats and table scraps is the easiest weight loss for dogs tip there is. Extra calories from treats pile up quickly. Choosing the wrong type of high fat, high calorie treat for your dog is not a good practice, so be aware of the difference between good and bad treats. Choose healthy!

TREATS

At 40 kcals is KARMA ORGANIC DOG TREATS

Bonz treats for small dogs 70 kcals

Milk Bone Dog Biscuit – one large 115 kcals

Fresh Carrot – baby size 3 kcals

Green Beans – 1 cup canned (this in my girls favorite) 25 kcals

Air popped popcorn (1/2 ounce) 54 kcals

1 slice Pizza Hut Cheese Pizza (NOT RECOMMENDED) 259 kcals

20 Dorito brand chips (NOT RECOMMENDED) 260 kcals

At 17 kcals is: MOTHER NATURE NATURAL DOG BISCUITS

At 45 kcals is: SOLID GOLD NATUR-BONE BISCUITS

At 50 kcals is: INNOVA HEALTH BARS – SMALL SIZE

Oreo Cookies – 2 (NOT RECOMMENDED) 130 kcals

McDonalds Quarter Pounder with cheese (YUCK!) 525 kcals

A kcal is a kilo calorie per unit or calorie as we call it in every day terms.

(A 20 pound dog needs 690 kcals daily for optimum health.) A few Doritos here, a Oreo cookie there and sharing a Quarter Pounder will equal your dogs total calorie need for a whole day. This on top of his regular dinner is simply unhealthy and easy to change.

Sometimes, just eliminating the unhealthy treats and going on a daily walk is all that is necessary is helping your pet become fit and energetic again.

Our bond with our pets is extremely special, so always remember that you speak for your pet and give him the best that you are able.

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My dog is really chubby and ive tried everything you can possibly try to get him to loose weight! He is a rat terrier. Any suggestions on how to get him to loose weight?

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A reader asks…

I got my dog rail-thin from a pound and thus he’s always hungry. He has been a bit obese ever since then — but has lived to 12 with no signs of slowing up. Probably a typical dog his of his large breed would live 10-12 years. I could see him making 14 or so. Are there conclusive studies that say pet obesity affects lifespan? It’s not like dogs have the same propensity for human conditions, such as heart attacks.

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When I do every day things ( walks) I can’t help but notice the tremendous size of some dogs that are suppose to be small. Chihuahua’s the size of Beagles…and I don’t want to even motion ( cats ) but what I can’t understand is that some people actually think this is cute.
Do you think that American’s and other nations to list a few are fattening their dogs up just as much as they are fattening up themselves? Do you believe that most commercial dog foods are the equivalent of today fatty foods and vending machines. And believe it or not..why do some people find this to be cute?…

( Your Opinions )
( just search the web you won’t believe how many severely obese dogs/cats are called “cute, really I think this is sickening.
Rayven- very well said..
Sarah- Its not a generalization its a fat “sadly and American needs to realize obesity is not just appearing more frequently in America in ( humans ) but for their beloved pets as well.
Kelle- I’m glad you see my point of view.
Kelle- I’m glad you see my point of view.

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Did you know that over 60% of adults in Britain are either overweight or obese?!
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What is the best type of food to feed my golden retriever dog to avoid obesity?
My dog is starting to get overweight, and I need to prevent further weight gain. It is not a lack of excersise because he gets plenty of it.

I was told that I should only feed him dry food, but I do not wish to cut can food out because he loves it. Is there any other alternative?

I feed him half a 700g can of food, and 1 and a half cups of dry food a day. He gets basically no food in between. My dog is 1 year old. Is this approximately the right amount of food to feed him??

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