Methods to control the weight of male dogs after sterilization

Before sterilization, male dogs will consume a lot of energy to find a mate. After neutering, male dogs no longer need to look for female dogs. Although the opportunities for physical exertion are reduced, the caloric intake is not reduced. Therefore, after male dogs are neutered, their caloric consumption is reduced, resulting in increased fat accumulation.

The way to improve it is to increase the amount of exercise for male dogs after sterilization surgery. After surgery, male dogs tend to become lazier and less active due to the reduction in hormones. At this time, the owner should force the male dog to do some games and walks every day.

Methods to control the weight of female dogs after sterilization

Most of the weight gain of female dogs after sterilization comes from changes in body hormones after surgery. In addition, the secretion of estrogen may actually suppress appetite for some dog breeds. In addition, genetically speaking, certain dog breeds are prone to obesity, such as Labradors, Cocker Spaniels, long-haired dachshunds, etc. After neutering, the proneness to obesity will be more obvious.

Neutered dogs will eat too quickly if their food intake is not restricted. Studies indicate that neutered dogs need low calories to maintain ideal body weight. In addition, owners should also pay attention to the degree of fatness of the female dog. When you cannot easily touch the ribs of the female dog, you know that the dog is overweight and needs more activities.

Precautions after sterilization of dogs

Dogs after sterilization must be fed an appropriate amount. Maintaining a quality diet is the key to weight control, but do not overfeed the dog. Because it is very important for dogs after neutering to control their weight. Usually, the number of dogs that are overweight after neutering is twice that of ordinary dogs.