5 Warning Signs Your Dog Might Be Obese

by pawbuzz on in Dogs, Health 952

Obesity in dogs is one of the fastest growing health concerns for dogs today. According to the CDC approximately one-third of adults in the United States are obese and the trend towards obesity appears to be worsening. Veterinarians are noticing a corresponding increase in the prevalence of dog obesity.

Just as in people, obesity in dogs is associated with various health problems such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, osteoarthritis, cardiopulmonary disease, hypertension and various types of neoplasia such as mammary cancer and transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder.

More: 12 Human Foods That Could Kill Your Dog

These dog health conditions associated with dog obesity negatively impact the quality of life and longevity for our overweight canine companions and dramatically increase the cost of their veterinary care.

The very first step in dealing with an overweight or obese dog is to recognize and acknowledge that there is a problem.

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952 thoughts on “5 Warning Signs Your Dog Might Be Obese”

  4. Lise Bremond

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    One of my pugs, Pierre, used to be over weight, but we put him on the green bean diet, one can of green beans and a half can of wet dog food. He’s now lean and fit and much healthier.

  21. Beau Howard

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    Elvie is fat. He gets about a cup and a half of food divided out into two servings every day. he runs around the back yard for several hours all told every day. I think he probably has a thyroid problem but honestly I can’t afford a vet visit to find out.

  41. Richard Lucky

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    Years ago my vet told me that my Little Bit was too fat (26 lb) and that it would shorten her life. I had been leaving food out all day for my fur kids to eat at will. I started feeding them 1 cup of dry food at about the same time every day. Little Bit got down to 17 lb and lived to be 15. I still feed my Pugs 1 cup each every afternoon and they are happy and healthy.

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