New research with data provided by Banfield Pet Hospital found that the lifespan of overweight dogs was up to 2 1/2 years shorter, on average, than the lifespan of dogs with a healthy body weight.1 мар. 2019 г.
How long will an obese dog live?
This was the largest difference found. Big dogs had a smaller difference, but still had a reduced lifespan if they were overweight. A normal-weight male German Shepherd lives for 12.5 years, whereas his overweight counterpart only lives 12.1 years on average. This was the smallest difference found in the study.
What shortens a dog's lifespan?
Allowing your pet to eat too much or not getting enough exercise is a habit that can shed years off your dog's life. Some reports indicate that over half the dog population is overweight and obesity can bring with it a number of health issues.
What can obesity in dogs lead to?
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. urinary bladder stones.
What causes dogs to live shorter?
A metabolic rate is like how much petrol a car uses — cars that use up their petrol more slowly can drive for longer, a bit like animals with lower metabolic rates. Smaller animals usually have higher metabolic rates, which lead to shorter lifespans, like a car that uses up its petrol very quickly.
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