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04-26-2011, 02:37 AM | #1 |
No Longer a Member | Are You Loving Your Yorkie to Death? Is Your Pooch Too Pudgy? Excellent article about the dangers of your poochie being overweight. " It might seem that an extra pound or two on our four-legged companions isn't so terrible. But that little bit can be a significant percentage of a pet's total weight. For example, a Yorkie who tips the scales at "just" 12 pounds is equivalent to a 5-foot-4 woman who weighs 218 pounds. " Of course that all depends on the Yorkie, as well all know from the "teapots". Exercise recommendations: "Category: Short-legged, with standard snout Breed examples: Chihuahuas, Yorkshire terriers Recommended exercises: Slow jogging for no more than 20 minutes (gradually add time and distance) or hide-and-seek. These dogs were bred to sniff out varmints, so grab a treat and hide it to keep your dog's brain active and legs moving. Activity guidelines: These dogs are high-energy, but while they may be able to run by your side, their stride is much shorter than yours. That means they'll expend more energy per mile than you—and therefore will tire more quickly. " 10 New Ways to Exercise With Your Pet - Prevention.com |
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04-26-2011, 03:17 AM | #2 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan USA
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| Great post! My MIL is guilty of giving their little guy unhealthy treats. She spoils him with occasional sausage and such. He won't take a healthy treat now. It breaks my heart but she won't listen to me when I tell her she's shortening his life. He is always groomed, exercised and cuddled. I know how much she loves him but there is no changing her ways. She thinks his twice a day walks are sufficient.
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