Winters can be the laziest time of the year. We all gain some weight in this season as we often get hungry and sleep never seems to really get off our eyes. Well, our pets go through the same in this season. Where winters can be a “put-on” season, spring is meant to be “shed-off” season. Pets may find it difficult to move and play with their plump structures in the summers. Before summer kicks in full fledge, pet parents may need to pay extra attention to their obese pets and help them burn off the extra fat. So, don’t you want to put them back into their attractive shapes in 2015?
Let’s check some great tips that can help you to shape your furry friends in 2015!
- Firstly, get your canine checked up for hypothyroidism
Eating and sleeping habits are not the only reasons for your poodle being fat. The underlying health conditions like hypothyroidism and diabetes can also be responsible for an overweight dog. So, the first thing to do is to get your canine checked up by the vet. Act as per the vet’s advice if any of these conditions are diagnosed. If your dog is perfectly healthy, then it’s time to start with the fitness regime for your furry friends.
- Healthy workouts
Winters would be the biggest contributor to your canine’s weight increase. So, now the time has come to shake off the grogginess and start the healthy workouts. Everybody knows that a dog needs a 20 minute walk twice a day to stay fit and maintain his shape. But, how many of us are actually going through that drill? It would be a lot better if you start working on this fitness mantra for your pooch. Summers have kicked in so, it is advisable to take these walks in cooler temperatures. These walks “maintain” the weight of your furry friends. But, if your pet needs more than that then you too will have to double the efforts. To help your pooch lose some extra pounds start playing fetch or other games that include short runs.
- Time their meals
It is said that if your poodle seems to have food more often, consider him bored. Yes, dogs entertain themselves by having food when they have nothing exciting to do. They need 3-4 meals a day, if he is an adult, but these meals should be very small. As in, they do not need food in bulk, less quantity may work well with them. So, time their meals and if you stick to that schedule then you may see desirable results sooner than you expected. “Less food and more exercise” is the most definite fitness mantra for dogs.
- Say no to treats
Well, your darling friends will never say no to them so, unfortunately you will have to! It is true that you have to toss a treat to your pooches for appreciation, but cut the dessert treats that pet parents often give over their meals. Minimize it to the lowest as they are the most active catalysts in the process of being obese.
So, are you ready to shed off the extra weight of your poodle that is slowing him down? It is advisable to keep your dog’s weight in check to avoid any serious health issues. Try these tips to help your furry friends achieve the goal of a fine waistline in 2015.
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