50 dogs who managed to lose extra pounds (50 photos)

Obesity in pets is quite common. TO unfortunately, explain to your pet that it’s time to lose a couple of extra pounds, impossible. And our pets want to get an extra treat, and don't practice. However, if a person is determined to help, he has You can always change your pet's life for the better. Take a look at impressive transformations of dogs who managed to lose weight.

1. Two years and many walks later, Shiloh has reached her goal.





Of course, chubby pets cause affection. But, like people, obesity is a serious problem as it can lead to a number of diseases and even early death.

2. Still the happiest



According to surveys conducted in different countries, the level Obesity in dogs is about 40% or higher. Even more worrying is caused by the fact that 95% of owners have no idea that their pets need to lose weight.

3. -5.5 kg





Ernie Ward, veterinarian and founder of the Prevention Association obesity in pets, emphasizes: “Pet owners often believe that their obese dog or cat has healthy weight. Nobody wants to admit that their pet has gained excess weight. kilograms, and our first obstacle is overcoming this denial."

4. - 5 kg



Some dog food brands offer charts that will help you determine if your dog needs to lose weight.

Sometimes the breed and age of an animal affect its weight. For example, older pets may be less active due to diseases such as arthritis. Our task is to give them the necessary amount feed and make sure they get regular exercise load.

5. 22 kg vs 33 kg



Overweight pets most often:

⦁ Less active, their life expectancy is reduced.

⦁ They suffer from the heat.

⦁ Need more medications due to their weight.

⦁ Experiencing joint problems.

⦁ Have skin problems and weakened immunity.

⦁ Are at increased risk during surgery.

⦁ Show less interest in physical exercise and games.

⦁ Have high blood pressure.

⦁ Are at increased risk of developing diabetes.

6. Two years later, he looks two years younger.



If you want to help your dog lose weight, here are some tips to make it easier:

⦁Reduce the number of treats: replace fatty foods with healthy ones, such as carrots.

⦁Mix vegetables with food: add vegetables with high in fiber, such as frozen green beans, so that the dog feels full without extra calories.

⦁Make sure that all family members do not give the pet too much food or treats. Explain to them that this is done for health and pet's happiness.

⦁Monitor the progress monthly: monitor the dog’s weight; an examination at the veterinary clinic would be a good idea.

7. Got rid of excess



8. "Mom's dementia led to the dog overeating. After By switching to a normal diet and physical activity, Bisi lost almost 9 kilograms and found a new life"



9. From a large pet to a small one



10. Put on a diet on the advice of a veterinarian



11. Like another dog



12. Adopted from a shelter and taught to eat properly



13. - 18 kg



14. Chloe lost weight in a year



15. From 57 kg to 34 kg



16. Incredible transformation



17. - 23 kg in 8 months



18. Before and after losing weight



19. Murphy Transformation



20. Lost almost 5 kg



21. From "Help, I can't walk!" in "Do you need help? I'll get you home!"



22. Claude lost 33 kg



23. Even older dogs can successfully lose weight with regular exercise and small meals.



24. March 2018 and April 2019



25. In great shape



26. Now Squishy's eyes glow with happiness



27. Said goodbye to the cargo



28. Before losing weight I weighed 28 kg



29. From 16 kg to 11 kg



30. I fell in love with vegetables and an active lifestyle. - 6 kg



31. Used to weigh 20 kg



32. Winston before losing weight and now



33. From 18 kg to 10 kg



34. - 10 kg after 22 weeks



35. There is still a little weight left to lose



36. The difference is a year



37. - 8 kg per year



38. How it all began



39. - 3 kg



40. - 25 kg in 10 months



41. Jasmine has been losing weight since 2020



42. We took this handsome guy from the shelter. Then his weight was 24 kg. And today - 14.5 kg.



43. From 43 kg to 23 kg



44. New year, new me



45. Transformed in 2 years



46. From 58 kg to 49 kg



47. - 5 kg in 4 months



48. Six months later



49. From 32 kg to 25.5 kg in 6 months



50. From 37 kg to 33 kg. On the way to the goal!