"Excess weight is NOT inevitable"
If your pet needs to lose some weight, it doesn't have to be a struggle. There are a few areas to address to help your pet reach his/her ideal healthy weight.
A nutritionally adapted diet with low calorie and low fat foods is the best first step. These are specifically developed for overweight pets and help them kickstart their weight loss.
In addition to this ensure you respect the feeding guidelines on the food packaging. These have been developed specifically to compliment the food to aid weight loss. It is not about depriving your animal of food but rather assist him/her in getting used to the correct daily intake.
Getting rid of snacks and treats. These are bad habits but can unfortunately do a lot of damage. Some treats and snacks are very calorific and can noticeably increase your pet's daily energy intake.
Finally, encouraging physical exercise is key to helping your pet lose weight. Whether it is taking your dog for a walk on the beach or using a laser pointer to play with your cat they should be moving and having fun to compliment their diet.
Obese animals have a shorter life expectancy so don't let those extra pounds set in. 1 or 2 extra kilos may not be visibly harming your pet's health but they can quickly lead on to obesity and this can have severe consequences.
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