Once you've determined your puppy is overweight, there are a few simple things you can do to help them shed extra pounds: Switch to a low calorie treat, switch to fruit and/or vegetables as treats, and/or try to reward your dog with physical and verbal affection instead of food more often.
Is it bad for a puppy to be 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.
Can puppies lose weight easily?
A healthy weight loss is between one to five pounds per month based on your dog's size and current condition. Some dogs may need to go slower while others may shed the pounds more quickly.
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