How to Help Your Fat Dog

My Dog Is Fat So What? If your dog is one of the millions of over weight dogs they are at risk for developing some serious health issues. Overweight dogs face the same basic health risks as overweight people.

* Heart Disease
* Weak Joints from added weight
* Respiratory Ailments
* Shorter Life Span
Helping Your Dog Lose Weight Adopting a healthy diet and lifestyle will help your dog slim down. Exercise and diet are essential to getting your dog in shape.
Dog Diets Your dog didn't get fat overnight so keep in mind he or she won't get to their ideal weight over night either. Slimming down takes time. Changing your dogs diet and reducing caloric intake will help your dog reach his or her ideal weight. Your vet will give you suggestions for a doggie diet to help your dog slim down. Another thing you can do is read the labels on your dogs food. Feed according to the label and cut back on snacks. It could be possible your dog was being fed too much without you even realizing it.
Dog Exercise All dogs need some exercise. Dogs who don't get enough exercise will gain weight. Along with changes in diet, your dog needs to be exercised. Dogs LOVE getting exercise, especially if they are with their owners. Any attention you can give a dog, even while exercising is something your dog will love. Some great exercise for your dog:
* Playing Fetch
* Going for Walks
* Swimming (not all dogs like water but those that do will love swimming)
After weight loss and getting fit your dog will have noticeably more energy.

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