[gemy]

I just want to add that bloodwork is a great idea, but if you want a clear indication of thyroid function you need to run the expanded panel. !

Also a "little trick" when wanting your dog to lose weight (if that is necessary), never feed their last meal after their last exercise of the day. For example don't walk them at 5pm and feed them at 6 and then we all lay around on the couch. Instead feed at 5pm and walk at 6 or 7pm.

On inactive days, just regular walks (about 1hr per day), he gets 1/4 c of homemade food, plus 4 pieces of large kibble, plus his green beans or cheerios training treats.

If we are swimming that day, and hiking, his food intake might be bumped to 3/4 c of food. But that is about 3-4 hrs of exercise in one day.

I always feel my dogs daily, tis easy to do when putting on harnesses or leashing up.

But truly you need to talk with your vet to see what they say. Also structure plays a huge role in weight. Does your dog have nice solid bones? How tall and long is your dog?