Obesity is one of the greatest health concerns facing people and their dogs ancats. Losing weight is the best thing you can do for you and your pet. Those extra pounds can place a real burden on bones and joints and make arthritis worse. Pet Tip #1: How can you tell if your dog is overweight? Try to feel his (her) ribs with the flat palm of your hand. If you have difficulty feeling their ribs, then they probably need to lose weight. It's much easier to feed normal amounts of a low calorie food than smaller amounts of regular food, your dog will not feel as hungry.
People Tip #1: Get Moving! If you need to lose some extra pounds or just want to firm up, take your dog for a 10-20 minute walk every day. Got a cat? Get a string and let your cat chase you around your house for 10-20 minutes. A fun workout for both of you!