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Diet For Overweight Dogs
Many vets say that as we grow, so do our dogs. Very simple – we also educate ourselves and our closest friends, often poor quality of food and not exercising enough.
As with humans, an extra pounds on a dog mean an increased risk of disease, lameness and shortened lifespan. Unlike us if the dog does not seem to care if they are overweight. If she – it is mostly due to us. So it is up to us to help an overweight dog safely and gradually lose weight, or to ensure that they do not accumulate in the first place.
So without too complex for that post is a good diet for overweight dogs?
Obviously you want to feed your pet a diet rich in nutrients, but if they are overweight, the diet should be lower in fat and calories. And like us, when it comes to extra pounds, one of the most important things is to control portion size, so it makes sense that your dog the right amount of food for his size. Chances are, if your pet is overweight, you will have to start over.
Sweets are usually a big no-no on a diet. Stay away from “human” food, unless your boyfriend loves fruits and vegetables. Limit treatment for special occasions or after a nice walk or a successful training. Are some good ideas for healthy, sugar free, low fat treats in this blog. Some are my own recipes. Others come from some great books that the recipes were taste tested by a lot of dogs! If your dog is used to receive a treat any time of day, or trying to feed him a little less and some of his food as a treat. Just like humans, empty calories will not help your dog at all.
A simple diet for overweight dogs is composed of regular meals. You’ve probably heard that it is better for overweight for a few meals a day. The same approach can be used with dogs. If you have not already – to the daily diet can be divided into at least two meals and do not leave uneaten food after. 15 minutes is the amount of time I leave food out, and I take it off.
I mentioned above and portion control before you can know how much your dog should eat a diet or new, you know how much you give him now. Thus, the feed as you normally would, but to measure the amount you give. You can use a standard measuring cup, and you usually need to do this for a few days to make sure how much they are eating. At that point, feed your pet 25% less than you already do.
Of course, this sounds simple in theory, but when several people in the household to feed the dog, then you all on the same page. Over time or to a person as “feeder” to appoint. Once your dog lose weight and seems to “plateau”, put the food of 25%. Continue until your dog reaches his goal weight.
There are many commercial dog foods that are suitable for a diet for overweight dogs, but you can talk to your vet to determine what is best for your specific situation. Depending on how much extra weight that your dog has health problems and others, an outdoor food storage containers may not be the best option.
I will post more information about dog food and natural resources, the importance of vegetables in a dog and the dangers of preservatives and fillers that many commercial dog foods are loaded these days.