Many pet owners are shocked when their veterinarian informs them their pet needs to lose weight. Dr. E. Ward - APOP Founder & Lead Veterinarian Primary Risks of Excess Weight in Pets In this survey, approximately 45% of cat and dog owners assessed their pet as having a normal body weight when the veterinarian assessed the pet to be overweight. University of Tennessee s College of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Joe Bartges > Osteoarthritis > Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes > High Blood Pressure > Heart and Respiratory Disease > Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injury > Kidney Disease > Many Forms of Cancer > Decreased life expectancy (up to 2.5 yrs.) The most important decision a pet owner makes each day is what they choose to feed their pet. Choose wisely. Your pet s life depends on it. Dr. E. Ward - APOP Founder & Lead Veterinarian http://www.petobesityprevention.com/2012-national-pet-obesity-survey-results/
AKC 2011 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Target Weights by Top 24 Breed Labrador Retrievers German Shepherd Dogs Beagles Golden Retrievers Yorkshire Terriers Bulldogs Boxers Poodles Dachshunds Rottweilers Shih Tzu Miniature Schnauzers Doberman Pinschers Chihuahuas Germ. Shorthaired Pointers Siberian Huskies Pomeranians French Bulldogs Great Danes Shetland Sheepdogs Cavalier King Chas. Spaniels Boston Terriers Maltese Australian Shepherds Of Labrador Retrievers - 58.9% were Overweight or Obese German Shepherds had the lowest rate of reported Obesity at 2.1% Ave. Male weight in Lbs. 65-80 75-90 13" 13-18; 15" 17-22 65-75 4-7 45-55 55-70 Toy 7-10; Mini. 17-20; Std. 50-60 Mini. ~10; Standard 16-22 80-130 12-17 16-18 65-80 2-6 55-70 45-60 4-7 20-28 120-180 16-22 12-18 15-24 4-6 45-65 Ave. Female weight in Lbs. 55-70 65-80 13" 13-16; 15" 15-20 55-65 3-6 40-50 50-60 Toy 7-10; Mini. 15-20; Std. 45-55 Mini. ~10; Standard 16-22 75-110 10-15 12-16 55-70 2-6 45-60 35-60 3-5 20-28 100-130 14-18 10-18 15-24 4-6 45-65 The $$ Costs of Excess Weight In 2009, VPI policyholders filed more than $17 million in claims for conditions and diseases that can be caused by excess weight. http://www.petinsurance.com/healthzone/pet-articles/pet-health/pet-obesity-danger.aspx
As few as five pounds above your dog s ideal weight can put it at risk for developing some serious medical conditions. Ideal Weight > You can feel your dog s ribs with minimal fat covering. > When looking from above, you can see your dog s waistline. > Your dog s abdomin will tuck up and slope towards their hips when viewed from the side. A safe way for your dog to lose weight is about 1% of its body weight every week to two weeks. For more information visit The Ohio State University Website College of Veterinary Medicine 2012 The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine http://vet.osu.edu/vmc/body-condition-scoring-chart Obese Large fat deposits over chest, spine and tail base. Waist and abdominal tuck absent. Fat deposits on neck and limbs. Heavy General fleshly appearance. Ribs palpable with difficulty. ticeable fat deposits over lumbar spine and tail base. Abdominal tuck may be absent Moderate Ribs palpable without excess fat covering. Abdominal tucked up when viewed from side. Thin Ribs easily palpated and may be visible with no palpable fat. Tops of lumbar vertebrae visible. Pelvic bones less prominent. Obvious waist and abdominal tuck.
How Many Calories Does my Dog Need a Day? Average Calories per Day for Adult Dogs Adult Dog s weight In pounds 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 rmal Kcal/day 204 342 576 781 969 1145 1313 1474 There are approximately 100 calories for every 1/4 cup kibble. Check your dog food bag for specific kcal values. Active Kcal/day 231 389 654 887 1101 1301 1492 1675 Senior/inactive Kcal/day 167 280 471 639 792 937 1074 1206 Calorie Requirements Fluctuate Over Life Span Example of Average Male Lab - 70lb Adult 30 Lb. Puppy 50 Lb. Growing 1562-3124 Kcal/Day 1832 approx. Kcal/Day 60 Lb. Adult 70 Lb. Mature 1575 approx. Kcal/Day 1474 approx. Kcal/Day
Measure exactly! A ¼ cup can be 100 calories. This small amount, fed in excess, equals gaining one pound in a month. This can be the difference in a level scoop and a heaping scoop. How do I help my dog lose weight? Reduce Treats Feed Less Food Healthy Weight Goal Add Exercise Feed Less Calories There is a huge rise in diabetes in dogs- Sugar should not be in their food. Check your label! For a human or a dog to lose one pound of fat you need to have a 3500 Kcal deficit A safe way for your dog to lose weight is about 1% of its body weight every week to two weeks Make sure everyone in the family knows the plan
Healthy Weight Questionnaire 1. Can you feel your dog s ribs when you rub your hand down their side? 2. Do you know the number of Calories you are feeding Daily? 3. Does your dog currently weigh within 5% of his Target Weight? 4. Does your vet think your dog is at Healthy Target Weight? 5. Do you know if your brand of pet food contains Sugar? 6. Does your dog get daily activity such as a 30 minute brisk walk? If you answered to any of these questions, your dog may be at risk for health problems due to excessive weight. reason to be discouraged! Managing your pet s diet to meet Healthy Weight Goals is really quite easy!
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