Should I be concerned? We just got back today from our two week vacation to Orlando Florida. I picked up Amber tonight from my mother-in-laws house where she stayed. She was full of energy and very happy to see us. When we got home I checked her over and I am able to feel her spine really good (like there is no fat there). But the weight seems fine on her ribs. It is just on the spine area. Is this something to worry about? I thought she looked smaller but just thought it was because I have not seen her for a couple of weeks. My mother in law said she did great and ate well and I have no reason not to believe her. When we got home she ate just fine. I also wanted to add I have alot of reading and checking up to do on all the posts. I am glad to be back! |
when their owners go away they can get depressed and not be on a normal eating habits..... BUT as to the spine thing.... if i run my finger down toby's back i can feel his bumps, he is a really healthy weight (at 9 lbs) and is not "sickly skinny" like you would expect with any other dog... i think it is just their small bone structure and small body that make it a little easier to feel them..... On animal cops i remember them saying that if you feel their spine then that is a "sign of abuse/neglect"...... i think this is BS because my dog is ANYTHING BUT abused and neglected :p |
I wouldn't worry too much if she is eating just fine at home. I'm sure it is exactly what orinskye said "when their owners go away they can get depressed and not be on a normal eating habits..... " |
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