Many people believe that neutering makes dogs fat. This is not the case, but neutered dogs do need fewer calories so, after your dog is neutered, reduce the food given by about a quarter until you see what effect neutering has had. If your dog begins to lose weight, you can gradually increase the food again. 10 сент. 2019 г.
Does neutering affect dog appetite?
Appetite may increase after spaying and neutering, and so can their weight. Owners should be counseled to expect this change and adjust feeding amounts accordingly.
How much should I feed my dog after being neutered?
After surgery, your pet's appetite should return gradually within 24 hours. Give your pet a half-size meal when you bring them home, and then feed them their normal evening meal. Puppies and kittens may have an additional meal through the day. Water should always be available.
Are neutered dogs more hungry?
However, neutering does change a pet's hormonal balance, which can cause their metabolism to slow down, reducing their energy requirements by around 30%, whilst increasing their appetite by as much as 25%. This can make neutered pets up to three times more likely to become overweight than an unneutered pet.
Do dogs eat less after being spayed?
A change happens to a pet's metabolism when they get spayed/neutered, requiring them to need less calories. This happens almost immediately after surgery, which is when most of our pet's weight issues begin.
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