Causes of dog obesity

Not controlling diet

This is the most direct cause of dog obesity. The owner is too doting on the dog. As long as the dog wants to eat, the owner will keep feeding the dog. In this way, the energy intake of the dog is greater than the energy consumed, which can easily cause the dog to gain weight.

Lack of exercise

Dogs need exercise every day, especially large and medium-sized dogs. However, if the owner likes to stay at home or is busy with work and does not walk the dog often or the walking time is too short, the dog will easily become obese due to lack of exercise.

Breed issue

Some dogs are prone to obesity due to genes, such as pugs, dachshunds, bulldogs, etc. If you don't pay attention to controlling their diet and exercise, it is inevitable for these breeds of dogs to become obese.

Disease effects

Some diseases can also cause dogs to gain weight. Such as thyroid insufficiency, adrenal hyperactivity, pancreatic islet gland tumors and certain brain tumors.

The dangers of obese dogs

Suffering from the three highs

Don’t think that only people will have the three highs. In fact, obese dogs are also prone to high blood sugar, high blood lipids, and high blood pressure. blood pressure.

Reduced lifespan

Obesity in dogs will cause the blood to become thicker, and poor blood transportation will cause excessive pressure on the dog's heart, thus reducing the lifespan.

Easy to fracture

If the dog is overweight, it will increase the weight-bearing weight of the joints, leading to arthritis, and it is also easy to fracture.

The solution to dog obesity

Feeding diet food/low-fat food

This type of dog food is low in fat, low in calories, and has more crude fiber. Filling your dog’s belly can also help your dog lose weight.

Increase the dog’s amount of exercise

Take the dog out for a walk for 0.5-2 hours every day. Adjust according to the dog’s size and physical condition. If possible, you can take the dog to swim.