We all have that one friend who eats like an elephant but never gets fat, and another friend who could gain 2 kg after having one donut. Just like human, some dogs are at greater risk of obesity than the other due to specific physical attributes and genetic predispositions. Some breeds like Greyhounds, German Shepherds … Continue reading Blame the breed
From the previous blog, we know that walking is vital for the health of our little pooch. It is also a good exercise to assist any weight loss program. This week will give you six tips on how to walk your dog correctly and effectively. 1. Use a harness Forget the leash and collar if … Continue reading Walking your dog – How to do it right
We all know that regular exercise is good for our health. However, a lot of us are still paying for a gym membership we never go. Got a pooch that is a little round as well? How about you two spend 15 to 20 minutes a day to go for a walk. The benefits of … Continue reading How walking benefit both you and your dog
Tired of reading the nutrition facts on your own food? Now you have to do it for your pet as well? It's tricky! We know. There are so many boxes like ingredients, nutrients, guaranteed analysis blah blah. What does it all mean? Confused and frustrated? Don't worry, this blog will provide information to help you … Continue reading Interpreting the pet food label
Healthy meals are important for both you and your dog. This recipe is an example of a quick and easy way to prepare a meal for both of you from the same ingredients. The main protein of this recipe is salmon, which is high in Omega-3 fatty acid, vitamin B and antioxidants. The recipe is … Continue reading Healthy homemade food for you and your dog
How can you slim down your over-sized pet, keep them fit and reduce their risk of developing serious diseases? The answer may be easier than you think. Try these tips to trim excess weight from your pet and keep them healthy. 1. Calculate calories If you don’t know how many calories your pet needs each … Continue reading Six ways to help your pet loose weight
"Hello everyone My name is Mason and I'm 2 years old. This is a photo of me at my biggest which was 5.8 kg. Although this might not sound much to you, because I am a domestic cat, I was considered 'fat' at this point. What happened was because my dad loved me so much, he … Continue reading Meet Mason – The ‘handsome’ cat who used to be fat
While many pet owners feel that feeding their animals hearty meals, table scraps, and treats is a sign of love and caring, overfeeding in cats or dogs leads to an abundance of health problems that can shorten or endanger their lives.
Just like human, pets gain weight when eating too much energy while doing little or no exercise. When the energy intake exceeds the energy being used by the animal, the excess is then stored as fat and accumulated over time. There are a number of different reasons why your pet might overeat. Understanding why will … Continue reading Why pets overeat?
Let’s face it! There is an issue we don’t often talk about. And that is obesity. Deciding whether a pet is overweight can be challenging for some owners. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, more than 90% of pet owners don’t realise that their pet is overweight. This is due to a number … Continue reading Let’s face it
Obesity Ain't Cute 