A Weight Loss Program for Your Pet
How did the vet determine that my dog is overweight?

 Many dog lovers are unaware that their pet is overweight. During the physical examination, the veterinarian evaluates a dog's body condition by feeling the sides of the ribcage, and looking at the dogs shape from the top and side. In a dog that is healthy you should be able to: Easily feel the ribs under a thin layer of fat, see a narrowing at the waist (behind the ribs) when looking at the dog from the top, and not see a belly hanging down when looking at the dog from the side.

Dogs can become overweight for the same reason people do:There are more calories in what the dog is eating than he is burning up for energy.

Dogs can gain weight after being spayed or neutered. A dog's energy requirements are decreased by about 25% when they are spayed or neutered.

When dogs start to get older, they will gradually gain weight. Dogs as young as 5 years old start to put on extra weight.

We love our dogs too much!
Many people can not resist feeding their pooch's human food. The number of calories in these snacks can really add up!

If you have questions regarding weight loss for your pet or diet questions, be sure to ask your Veterinarian at your pets next appointment.