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”

  11. Dugan McKenai

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    I have been on “Light” dog food since I switched from puppy. I average 45-47 lbs. I get lots of exercise, not too many treats ( my food is compensated).
    I AM big boned, I like to see other Corgis on here that are as big as me, I show my human’s all the time, so they will not starve me, cause it seems like they are starving me!

  24. Jessica Inman Leeka

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    My chi/min pin mix started having extreme muscle problems. I knew he was fat but when I put him on a scale he came in at 18 pounds. It was diet time. He is now a much happier healthier 7 pounds. It was so easy to let him gain the weight and while he still acts like he’s being starved after 4 years of limiting his intake, he hasn’t had any muscle problems and is so much more active and playful

  38. Ginger Howard

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    My corgie is big bone from daddy’s side she is a pure breed looks a lot like the one in picture she is over weight but loved and summer is coming and lake time. She will drop the weight.

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