If your dog drops over 10% of his or her total body weight in a short period and with no discernable outside factors, then you should be concerned. Just like with human beings, you need to keep tabs on your dog's weight since it is so often an indicator of health, like any other bodily change. 3 дек. 2020 г.
Why is my dog losing weight rapidly?
Apart from weight loss due to dehydration, rapid weight loss also occurs when your dog has a negative caloric balance. This means that the body is not receiving the necessary calories it needs to maintain a normal weight range.
How skinny is too skinny for a dog?
Only if the ribs are visible with no palpable fat is the dog too thin. In particularly severe cases, the ribs, lower back vertebrae, and pelvic bones may be easily visible, with little to no discernible body fat. In those instances, the dog will look like it's literally starving, because it is.
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