It is often a matter of just losing a few pounds but obesity occurs as well. There are telltale signs that your puppy may be overweight such as heavy breathing, lack of endurance, lethargy, eating too much and trouble getting up or walking up stairs.
How do I know if my puppy is overweight?
Check Your Dog's Body Shape One of the simplest ways to determine if your dog is fat is to look at the body shape. Looking at your dog from above, if you notice that the pup looks rather rotund and oval-shaped, it's likely that your dog is fat.
Can a puppy gain too much weight?
Overfeeding Your Puppy According to these veterinary experts, overfeeding can lead to a life of health problems, with overweight puppies being more likely to become overweight or obese adult dogs.
What happens if my puppy is overweight?
"Excess fat negatively impacts a dog's health and longevity." Obese dogs develop an increased risk for: many types of cancer, diabetes mellitus, heart disease, and hypertension. osteoarthritis and a faster degeneration of affected joints.
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