Pet Obesity
How can you tell if your pet is obese?
I understand that this can be a very touchy subject for many… although part of BHPS’s mission’s is to help pass on education as we see fit. We care immensely for all of our two and four legged clients and really want to make sure that all of our two legged clients are well equipped with the proper information to help enhance and prolong their four legged loved ones lives.
According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention about 42% of American’s pets are obese! This is true even here in Scottsdale, AZ.
These conditions are not to be taken lightly and in fact are common problems amongst some of our four legged clients. Understand that this information should be taken seriously and that it could help improve your pets health.
HOW TO TELL IF YOUR PET IS HEALTY:
1.) Ribs are easily felt
2.) Tucked abdomen with no sagging stomach
3.) Can see their waist when viewing them from above.
HOW TO TELL IF YOU PET IS OVERWEIGHT:
1.) Difficult to feel ribs under fat.
2.) Sagging stomach. You can grab a handful of fat.
3.) Broad flat back.
4.) No waist.
See the diagram below for more description:
How do pets get overweight???
1) Type of food they are being fed. Many common brands found in the grocery store and PetSmart are like feeding McDonald’s everyday of their life! www.DogFoodProject.com
2) Amount of food. Pets should NOT be free fed, nor should they be fed more than twice a day at the most. Unless they are under 1yr old.
3) Not enough proper exercise. (type of exercise and length of time) - consider adding daily walks with BHPS!
4) Too many treats! Pets should be given treats in moderation.
PLEASE… if you are open to learning more Bella’s Concierge Program is here for YOU as a COMPLIMENTARY benefit to using our services. We can provide you with access to Nationally renowned experts via their websites where you can learn more, contact them, and help create a healthy life for your pets. We love your babies as if they were our own. Click here to contact us!
NOTE: As you would do for yourself, please consult your vet or pet nutritionist before you drastically change your pets feeding or exercise routine.
This information has been provided to you by Danielle Vasta, Owner of Bella’s House & Pet Sitting. Please contact her at: (480)330-4552 or www.BellasHouseAndPets.com for any of your pet sitting needs!
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