[alaskayorkie]

Originally Posted by Jaspermom

I don't think I know any other pup that gets the exercise Eddie gets! Is he getting high calorie treats? You may want to look at carrots or something low cal for treating.

I have to feed my girls in separate rooms and only twice a day. If I free feed, Dreama would weigh 20 pounds!! She is a mega chow hound. I don't know how you feed, but sometimes free feeding can plump a pup, depending on their eating habits.

Eddie's not fat though... we have had the "waistline" talk before, I think! Don't fret, just keep an eye on him. I think as long as he is running around as much as he does, he will be just fine, Mike!

Give that boy some hugs from Aunti G!

Thanks, everyone, for your kind words on my boy. I love that first pic, too.

Thanks, Glad, you've been helpful with Eddie's weight issue in the past. Maybe that's the secret: Low-cal treats. I have no idea how many calories are in the stuff I give him (Yummy Chummies, made in Alaska), but he and every other dog I've ever given them to love them.

I also free feed. I tried having separate dishes, but with three dogs and no crates, it got to be a headache. All of them just pick at their food, though. Probably because I give them so many treats.

The good news is, I switched to a toy for a reward in Jumper class tonight, and his speed doubled. Maybe I can cut back on treats.