The vet put Charlie on a diet...

[Christinee]

Originally Posted by YorkieTherapy

Fatty?! People, cover your pups ears! Charlie is NOT fat!... Just a little 'fluffy'

Yep, same circumstance here. Guinness had LP surgery on both knees and we were told to always keep an eye on his weight. I can't free feed any of my two because both have very healthy appetites. I use a kitchen scale making sure I'm giving the right amount.

LMBO!!! I know we wouldn't want to give them a complex!!

I am trying to avoid it getting to LP surgery... I hope by following the vets orders I will be able too... Praying it never comes to that.

[Magnus]

When I started gaining weight, Magnus gained. Now that I'm losing weight, Magnus's is losing weight too. Go figure...

It's good though. When you and your pup starts waddling alike, you KNOW it's time for a diet. LOL

[Christinee]

Originally Posted by Magnus

When I started gaining weight, Magnus gained. Now that I'm losing weight, Magnus's is losing weight too. Go figure...

It's good though. When you and your pup starts waddling alike, you KNOW it's time for a diet. LOL

Yep! Pretty much!

[Britster]

Do you have any indoor dog swimming faciltiies near you? I would think in CA, there would be...

We have this enar us:

Canine Fitness Center - Have you swum your dog today?

I've heard amazing things, and it's a fast and easy way to get weight off a dog w/ knee problems!

Jackson looks his best in the summer when he does all of his swimming.

[Christinee]

Originally Posted by Britster

Do you have any indoor dog swimming faciltiies near you? I would think in CA, there would be...

We have this enar us:

Canine Fitness Center - Have you swum your dog today?

I've heard amazing things, and it's a fast and easy way to get weight off a dog w/ knee problems!

Jackson looks his best in the summer when he does all of his swimming.

We have a pool where we live.

I mean we have a pool. I wonder what my neighbors would think though. LOL I will check out the link.

[Christinee]

Thanks for the suggestion.... I found this place by my house. I am going to check it out.

TranquilPET - Animal Massage, Animal Reiki, Canine Aquatic Fitness

[Buster Brown]

Buster had to loose weight because of his LP as well. I ended up getting a bay scale so that I could weigh him and adjust his food and especially treats. I got this scale and put a pad in it and Buster jumps in to be weighed and gets a treat for being a good boy and staying still. Amazon.com: Salter 914 Electronic Baby and Toddler Scale: Health & Personal Care

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by Buster Brown

Buster had to loose weight because of his LP as well. I ended up getting a bay scale so that I could weigh him and adjust his food and especially treats. I got this scale and put a pad in it and Buster jumps in to be weighed and gets a treat for being a good boy and staying still. Amazon.com: Salter 914 Electronic Baby and Toddler Scale: Health & Personal Care

We have the same one! We always match the vet's scale exactly for weight. Max is not as enthusiastic about it as Buster. I don't like weigh ins either.

[Buster Brown]

Originally Posted by Maximo

We have the same one! We always match the vet's scale exactly for weight. Max is not as enthusiastic about it as Buster. I don't like weigh ins either.

I am with you on that.

[megansmomma]

Originally Posted by Christinee

Yes, he's been on Royal Canine his whole life. I've been feeding him the Yorkshire Terrier one... The one the vet is putting him on is a little more expensive. I will tell you which one it is as soon as I get it.

Sounds good!

[Christinee]

Ok so I just picked up his food. The vet up him on RC satiety support. I thought it was more expensive... But after seeing the size of the bag, I think I am going to be saving money. A humungous bag for $53. Way bigger than the $40 bag I usually buy. I noticed the label says joint support too.. So its a double win.

I've been taking him on longer walks the past two days but not over doing it... I am going to make sure not to skip days of walking and at least get some in everyday. It isn't like before where we had a big back yard for him to run around and play in. We only have a patio now, so that may be where the difference is and why he's put on weight recently.

[megansmomma]

Originally Posted by Christinee

Ok so I just picked up his food. The vet up him on RC satiety support. I thought it was more expensive... But after seeing the size of the bag, I think I am going to be saving money. A humungous bag for $53. Way bigger than the $40 bag I usually buy. I noticed the label says joint support too.. So its a double win.

I've been taking him on longer walks the past two days but not over doing it... I am going to make sure not to skip days of walking and at least get some in everyday. It isn't like before where we had a big back yard for him to run around and play in. We only have a patio now, so that may be where the difference is and why he's put on weight recently.

Sounds like a plan! I had Bogey at the vet today and he's lost about a LB since his last visit. Charlie can have a weight loss buddy

[Christinee]

Originally Posted by megansmomma

Sounds like a plan! I had Bogey at the vet today and he's lost about a LB since his last visit. Charlie can have a weight loss buddy

Sweet! LOL He will be happy to hear that!

[chachi]

I hope Charlie is able to lose the weight. My Chachi needs to lose some too

[Macy2006]

Can you tell me the food the vet recommended. My Macy is a little over weight. She has problems with her back knees to at one time. But seems to be doing good now. I honestly think my 2 yr old might have hurt her some way. But she does need to lose before she has a lot of knee problems later. I need help on what a good food is to help her drop. I'm on science diet light for small breeds. And I haven't seen no change in her at all. I only feed her 2 times a day 1/4 cup.
Thanks