Dog Obesity
| Tue, May 24 2011 10:36am EDT 1 |
Savy
14 Posts
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It can definitely shorten your pet’s life span. As much as twenty
five percent of dogs and cats going to the veterinarian today are
obese.
Obesity might cause some
health
problems: heart and liver problems, diabetes, arthritis, bladder
cancer, and skin disorders.
Make sure you read dog food labels and get good info on what
chemicals in the ingredient list are fattening or harmful for your
dog. The first ingredients on the label should be some kind of
protein. I would definitely avoid artificial colors, flavors, or
preservatives. Homemade food is better because you know what you
are feeding your dog with. However, there are some healthy brands
out there. Many of our modern dogs suffer with nutritionally
related diseases. Malnourishment has lead not
only to starvation but obesity in dogs as foods have more fat than
they should. Food is not the only reason your dog can get obese but
lack of exercise as well. Usually small dogs require more exercise
than big ones. Do your daily walk with your dog and he/she will be
fine. Don’t abandon your dog. He has never abandoned you.
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