How Do I Tell If My Dog Is Overweight?

You’re probably wondering if your dog is overweight. If you do not know the answer to this question, you are not alone. Most people do not know how to tell whether or not their dog is overweight.

One of the most important things to do for Fido's health is to keep him at a healthy weight. Here are some simple ways you can tell if your dog is overweight:

If you can see his ribs, he's probably too thin; if you can't see at least a slight impression of his ribs, he's probably too heavy.If his waistline is more than half his body length (from front paw to tail), he's probably too heavy.If he carries excess weight around his chest and neck area, he's probably too heavy.

If your dog is overweight, you can help them lose weight by decreasing the amount of food they eat and increasing their exercise. You should also ask your vet if he or she thinks your dog needs to lose weight and what kind of diet plan would be best for them.

 

For more information, or if you need to schedule Fido for a checkup, feel free to call us, your local animal hospital Tumwater, WA anytime!

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