We all want our dogs to live a long and healthy life and one of the best ways to do this is to ensure that they maintain a healthy weight throughout the various stages of their life. However, this seems to be easier said than done with over 55% of dogs in the U.S. being classified as either overweight or obese. Research has shown that if a dog is over its ideal weight, this can reduce their lifespan by months (if not years). An underweight dog can also be a cause for concern as it might be potentially indicative or more serious underlying medical conditions that need to be addressed.
Given your dog’s weight can be used as a key indicator to assess their overall health, how can you tell if your dog is a healthy weight? Turns out this question isn’t as easy to answer as one would think as determining your dog’s ideal weight takes into account a number of factors including their breed, age, activity level, sex and whether or not they have been spayed
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