Middle age for your pet dog should be a comfortable time. However, at this time in their lives if your dog has eaten the wrong foods they may well be overweight. Obesity in pets is on the increase and dogs are natural scavengers. If a middle aged dog is not leading a life that has sufficient exercise with a balanced portion of good quality food the pounds will pile on quickly.
Dog nutrition at any stage in a dog’s life can be altered to improve dog health. Good quality food with essential vitamins can stop your dog’s bones and organs from deteriorating. Dogs always require great dog food and as an owner it is a responsibility that involves major improvements so your pet will not suffer. Some of the main dog health problems are arthritis and joint problems in his later years.
You may find it is easy to take professional advice from your local veterinary surgeon, but if your dog is overweight, always follow some simple rules regarding his food. Make meals smaller and cut out treats and snacks until his dog health improves. Keep a food diary and weigh your dog once a week at the same time on the same day. Do not let him in the kitchen while you are cooking and minimise the temptation of giving him scraps. Feed you dog before your mealtime and remove your pet from the room where you are dining.
The experts at Hills Pets are trained in all aspects of dog nutrition and general pet care.
