Dog Obesity

Dog Obesity can turn into a big problem if not treated correctly. Some of the sicknesses and complications it brings about are:

• Diabetes
• Cardiovascular pathologies
• Malfunction of different organs that become infiltrated by fat
• Bone problems from having to carry an excess amount of weight
• Heat and exercise intolerance
• Chances of anesthetic and surgical interventions increase
• Deterioration of the reproductive system

The causes of obesity could be classified as:

• Eating disorders: When the dog eats too much food and does not use up that extra energy.

• Genetic: Some breeds have a tendency to gain weight such as, Collies and Rottweilers

• Hormonal problems: hypothyroidism

• Spay/Neuter: Sometimes this causes a dog to gain excess weight

The recommended ways to treat these weight disorders is by:

• Reducing the amount of food that is being given to the dog.
• Not give the dog leftovers or sweets
• Feed the dog in his scheduled times
• Give the dog a balanced diet
• Daily exercise
• Regular veterinary check ups.