{"id":630,"date":"2019-10-29T03:49:50","date_gmt":"2019-10-29T03:49:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/?p=630"},"modified":"2022-02-10T14:35:29","modified_gmt":"2022-02-10T19:35:29","slug":"is-your-poodle-overweight-heres-how-to-tell","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/is-your-poodle-overweight-heres-how-to-tell\/","title":{"rendered":"Is My Poodle Overweight? Here\u2019s How to Tell"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Poodle-Dog.-1024x641.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Poodle-Dog.-1024x641.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Poodle-Dog.-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Poodle-Dog.-768x481.jpg 768w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Poodle-Dog..jpg 924w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\nIf your poodle is overweight, it is important to make needed changes\nin order to regain their health. Over half of all canine pets are\noverweight, and your poodle may be one of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Is your poodle overweight? <strong>Here\u2019s how to tell:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Make sure you can feel their ribs. If not, your poodle may be overweight.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Examine the base of their tail for fat rings preventing you from feeling the bone.<\/strong> <\/li><li><strong>Take note of your dog\u2019s shape while standing over them.<\/strong> <\/li><li><strong>Decide if your poodle is having difficulty breathing when walking.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Check that your poodle&#8217;s abdominal tuck is smaller than their chest.<\/strong> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your pet\u2019s weight can be affected by a considerable amount of factors. If your pet is unhealthy, the risk to their life should be considered. Consider the dangers listed below as you make the changes your pet needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-dangers-of-your-poodle-being-over-or-under-a-healthy-weight\">The Dangers of Your Poodle Being Over or Under a Healthy Weight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The dangers of your canine companion being over or under a healthy weight are similar to those of the dangers a human may face.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The dangers of poodle&#8217;s being overweight or underweight include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Damage to bones, joints, and ligaments. <\/strong>Overweight animals are very likely to suffer from joint pain and even develop <a href=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/arthritis-in-poodles-symptoms-treatment-and-prevention\/\">arthritis<\/a>. Torn ligaments, especially in the knees, are also common for overweight animals. The damage caused to the bones due to carrying extra weight can be life-threatening should they break or cause a serious lack of mobility. Underweight animals may also be more prone to damage to these areas due to a lack of nutrients and strength. <\/li><li><strong>Difficulty breathing. <\/strong>Extra fat in the chest can cause your animal to have difficulty breathing. It creates less room for lungs to expand and can make it hard for your pet to take a proper breath. Lack of oxygen can also further damage the lungs as well as cause great health concerns for the rest of your pet\u2019s body.  <\/li><li><strong>Diabetes Mellitus. <\/strong>This is also known as \u201csugar diabetes.\u201d It occurs due to your body creating extra insulin in response to excess fat. This can lead to your pet being reliant on medicine. <\/li><li><strong>Heart Diseases. <\/strong>The extra weight will put extra strain on their hearts. This can cause damage and weakening of the muscles and eventually may lead to congestive heart failure. Having an underweight dog can also put a strain on the heart as their body tries to combat its symptoms. <\/li><li><strong>Increased Blood Pressure. <\/strong>This is also known as \u201chypertension\u201d and occurs due to the extra strain on your body to work properly.  <\/li><li><strong>Decreased liver function. <\/strong>The liver actually stores fat so, the more fat there is, the more fat there will be in their liver. This can lead to serious complications and even end up in the liver failing. <\/li><li><strong>Increased surgical risk. <\/strong>This means that should your dog need surgery, them being overweight can cause them to be at risk. Circulation is important, especially for surgery. A damaged heart cannot effectively keep good circulation. Anesthesia can also be dangerous because extra fat will need to be burned for them to wake up from it, and if the liver is fatty, it cannot process the anesthesia normally, either. Underweight animals may need less anesthesia. <\/li><li><strong>Decreased Stamina. <\/strong>It takes a lot of work to lug around those extra pounds. You will likely notice an overweight dog playing less, not wanting to go on very long walks, or even climbing stairs. If your animal is suffering joint pain from the weight, this will also lead to less activity. <\/li><li><strong>Decreased Immune Function. <\/strong>When your dog doesn\u2019t have a healthy body, it can\u2019t keep them healthy as well, either. In order to be able to keep them at their best, their immune systems need every leg up they can get. Underweight animals are also more likely to suffer immune deficiency due to the lack of nutrients. Their body needs particular nutrients as humans do in order to fight off illness. <\/li><li><strong>Skin and fur problems. <\/strong>Overweight animals tend to produce more oils on their skin. This can cause infections in rolled skin as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/12-reasons-poodles-get-bald-spots-and-how-to-help\/\">hair loss<\/a>. Underweight animals are more likely to have dryer skin and also may lose hair due to lack of nutrients and oils. <\/li><li><strong>Digestive troubles. <\/strong>An overweight dog is more prone to gas and intestinal complications. Underweight dogs are also more likely to suffer complications with their digestive systems. <\/li><li><strong>Increased risk of <a href=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/cancer-in-poodles-symptoms-treatment-and-prevention\/\">cancer<\/a>. <\/strong>Cancer of the bladder is much more likely in animals of unhealthy weights.  <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out this <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/poodle-vs-goldendoodle-which-breed-is-right-for-you\/\" target=\"_blank\">article<\/a> I recently wrote on cancer in poodles. In it, you&#8217;ll learn which cancers are most common in poodles and the symptoms that may suggest the onset of cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Decreased quality of life. <\/strong>If your dog is unhealthy, they are likely unhappy. The strain on your dog will lead to overall stress and illness. If your dog cannot thoroughly enjoy life, its quality has already diminished. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some individuals\nfeel that restricting an overweight animal\u2019s food will make them\nunhappy or even dissatisfied with their owner. However, a healthy dog\nis worth setting the boundaries. They will have a much-improved life\nand have a chance to live it longer, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-do-poodles-become-over-or-under-a-healthy-weight\">Why Do Poodles Become Over or Under a Healthy Weight?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Unrecognizable-adult-woman-petting-domestic-dog-poodle-while-eating-food-from-a-bowl-in-back-yard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Unrecognizable-adult-woman-petting-domestic-dog-poodle-while-eating-food-from-a-bowl-in-back-yard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Unrecognizable-adult-woman-petting-domestic-dog-poodle-while-eating-food-from-a-bowl-in-back-yard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Unrecognizable-adult-woman-petting-domestic-dog-poodle-while-eating-food-from-a-bowl-in-back-yard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Unrecognizable-adult-woman-petting-domestic-dog-poodle-while-eating-food-from-a-bowl-in-back-yard.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common\nreason for a pet with an unhealthy weight is overfeeding or\nunderfeeding your them. Pet parents may not realize the disservice\nthey are doing their pets when they set large bowls of food out to be\neaten out of boredom. However, there are other reasons outside of\ntheir diet that may cause a pet to be an unhealthy weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Certain\n\tbreeds<\/strong> <strong>are naturally smaller or larger than most. <\/strong>This\n\tmeans that from day one, you will need to combat this occurrence the\n\tbest you can with food, exercise, or whatever else your vet may\n\trecommend. \n\t\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Older age\n\tcan cause a slower metabolism.<\/strong> So, as your dog gains in years,\n\tthey may also gain in weight. Several food brands offer special\n\tfoods for older pets who are in need of particular diets. \n\t\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Lack of\n\tactivity will cause weight gain.<\/strong> A regular schedule of activity\n\tfor your animal is as important as it is for you. Keeping active is\n\tan essential part of staying in good health.\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Elderly\n\tdogs are often less interested in being active and eating.<\/strong> This\n\tmeans they are more likely to be underweight. However, in many\n\tcases, their weight loss isn\u2019t of significant level and is not\n\tvery dangerous. As your pet begins to reach the years of old age,\n\tthey may be readying themselves for their last leg of life.\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Hormones\n\tcan cause weight gain.<\/strong> This means a thyroid disorder or\n\tCushing\u2019s disease may be a possibility. This is also another\n\treason why seeking a vet\u2019s guidance can help your pet the most.\n\tUntrained owners may miss a more serious issue.\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Animals\n\twho are recently <a href=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/spaying-and-neutering-poodles-a-helpful-guide-with-videos\/\">spayed or neutered<\/a> may gain or lose weight.<\/strong> It\n\tis more common for a weight gain to happen, but, in some cases, your\n\tanimal may lose weight in response to the change. Primarily it can\n\tlower your animal\u2019s metabolism.\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason behind your Poodle&#8217;s weight can be a mystery, but the most common reasons are listed above. Keep an eye on them and try to make the best, healthiest choices for your pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-tell-if-your-poodle-is-not-a-healthy-weight\">How to Tell if Your Poodle is Not a Healthy Weight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First off, you\nshould talk to your vet if you have concerns about your pet. They\nwill be able to tell you if something is wrong, what to change, and\nhow to change it. The vet will also be able to give you unique advice\nfor your specific pet, based on its individual needs. However, if you\ncan\u2019t make it to the vet just yet for whatever reason, there are\nthings you can do to tell if your animal is not a healthy weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Check\n\ttheir ribs to see if you can feel them at all. <\/strong>If you can\u2019t\n\tfeel them or other prominent bones in your dog\u2019s body, it is very\n\tlikely that your dog is overweight. If you can feel any bones\n\tabnormally well or if they are noticeable through sight from a\n\tdistance, your pet may be underweight.\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Examine\n\tthe base of their tail for any fat ring preventing you from feeling\n\tthe bone. <\/strong>If you can\u2019t feel the bone, then your dog is\n\toverweight. If feeling around their tail or other bones seems to\n\tcause your dog distress, they may be underweight and in pain or\n\tdiscomfort because of it.\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Look at\n\tyour dog while standing over them to take note of your dog\u2019s\n\tshape. <\/strong>This perspective will allow you to tell if your pet has a\n\twaist. If you can tell where the ribs and hips begin, then they may\n\tnot be overweight. If you can\u2019t, then they may be. If their body\n\tis jagged and you can notice their bones very well, then they are\n\tlikely underweight.\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Check\n\ttheir breathing for any difficulty or strain. <\/strong>If they are\n\tgetting tuckered out and are wheezing with basic movements, there\n\tmay be a concern. If they have trouble running or climbing stairs,\n\tthey may need to be checked out.\n\t<\/li><li><strong>Check\n\ttheir abdominal tuck to see if it is smaller than their chest. <\/strong>If\n\tthe areas behind the ribs are properly smaller than their chest,\n\tyour animal is probably healthy. \n\t\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>More often than\nnot, if your pet is an unhealthy weight, you will know. Listen to\nwhat your animals are trying to tell you and pay attention to how\nthey are behaving. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-help-your-poodle-reach-a-healthy-weight\">How to Help Your Poodle Reach a Healthy Weight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Dog-walking-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-641\" srcset=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Dog-walking-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Dog-walking-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Dog-walking-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Canva-Dog-walking.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The solutions to your animal\u2019s weight trouble are pretty straight forward. The obvious first step is to get help from the vet in case of serious concerns. Some animals are underweight because of situations they were in before you gave them a home, so be sure to keep that in mind when adopting a pet and caring for them. There are other solutions, as well as seeking a vet\u2019s help, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>\n\t\t\tHelp Them Lose Weight\n\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\tHelp Them Gain Weight\n\t\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n\t\t\t<strong>Exercise<\/strong> regularly and vigorously. Do as much as your pet\n\t\t\tcan handle and do it often. Don\u2019t push them more than they can\n\t\t\thandle and let them increase their activity as they regain their\n\t\t\tmobility. Allowing your dog access to toys will also help them\n\t\t\tstay more active.\n\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t<strong>Scheduled feeding<\/strong> can be helpful to an animal who is\n\t\t\tunderweight. Sometimes animals need a schedule to follow, or they\n\t\t\tmay not eat enough throughout the day, especially rescue dogs who\n\t\t\tmay not feel safe eating at all times.\n\t\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n\t\t\t<strong>Portion Control <\/strong>is also a key factor. Make sure they eat a\n\t\t\tproper amount throughout the day. One way you can do that is with\n\t\t\ta timed portion feeder or other specialized feeders.\n\t\t\t<br>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t<strong>Create a safe environment<\/strong> for your animal. If it is more\n\t\t\temotional than a physical reason they are underweight, the\n\t\t\tenvironment they need to eat in should reflect their needs. \n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n\t\t\t<strong>Specialized food<\/strong> for weight loss will also be helpful. Make\n\t\t\tsure that you have high-quality food for your pet, as\n\t\t\tlower-quality foods will have a lot of fillers in them that are\n\t\t\tnot only unhealthy but can also increase unhealthy weight gain.\n\t\t<\/td><td> <strong>High-protein foods <\/strong>are good for animals who need to gain a healthy weight. Being sure they eat high-quality food with the best ingredients will also help your pet feel well taken care of.  <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I feed my dog high-quality food from Pet Plate to help my dog maintain a healthy weight. Pet Plate is a premium dog food subscription service that provides freshly cooked and pre-portioned meals, and snacks, completely customized for your dog. I really love the fact that Pet Plate delivers the highest quality meals to my door without me ever having to think about it! Check out Pet Plate&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1500374&amp;u=2369283&amp;m=75374&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>&nbsp;to find more information and see if Pet Plate is right for you and your pet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"specialty-feeders-can-help-with-your-poodle-s-weight-loss\">Specialty Feeders Can Help With your Poodle&#8217;s Weight Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some animals need help in their weight loss or gain efforts. Many automatic or specialized feeders can also benefit humans in the way that many will feed your pets without you needing to be around for it. Others require your pet to be active in order to gain their food. There are options on Amazon suitable for most budgets and <a href=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/7-types-of-poodles-a-complete-guide-with-pictures\/\">poodle types<\/a>, as well as options for multi-pet households.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Outward Hound Fun Feeder <\/strong>makes your dog work for each bite. It is designed so your dog will need to take its time while they eat, which will, in turn, allow your dog to feel full before they overeat. You can find it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outward-Hound-Feeder-Bloat-Small\/dp\/B00L3O4JI6\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=dog+feeder&amp;qid=1571860982&amp;sr=8-11&amp;pldnSite=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=b158d2cf79dfc2b4c445ae1e8f690a21&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. <\/li><li><strong>PAWISE Automatic Pet Feeder <\/strong>allows you to program 5 portioned meals a day to be proved for your pet. This feeder can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/PAWISE-Automatic-Dispenser-Station-Digital\/dp\/B07L89D5R4\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=dog+feeder&amp;qid=1571860982&amp;sr=8-56-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExVTZCV0xSRDZPSFhPJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTg1NDU1MUE1NEc4M002RlhPRCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTU2NDM2QzFSTDJZQ0tKMlNRJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYnRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==&amp;pldnSite=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=cf6db1a52644d5f55b267193cf6dab9c&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> and is designed for people who can\u2019t personally feed their animals multiple times per day. <\/li><li><strong>Jnwayb Automatic Pet Feeder <\/strong>is designed to drop up to 6 portions of food into its bowl throughout the day. This is ideal for pets and owners who need to have food throughout the day. It is completely programmable and can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Jnwayb-Automatic-Dispenser-Replacement-Programmable\/dp\/B07TH2K44Q\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=dog+feeder&amp;qid=1571860982&amp;sr=8-24&amp;pldnSite=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=4697f8b8462d9d114e3a6322c6b9ac44&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. <\/li><li><strong>IQZoo, The Intelligent Dog Feeder, <\/strong>brings fun and activity to mealtime. This is a fillable toy, which you can find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/IQZoo-Intelligent-Stimulates-Instincts-overeating\/dp\/B07PWY278B\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=dog+feeder&amp;qid=1571860982&amp;sr=8-21-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExVTZCV0xSRDZPSFhPJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTg1NDU1MUE1NEc4M002RlhPRCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODM1NTU5Mk5FQTVaVFpOMVJNTiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=&amp;pldnSite=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=b46ce3d7b53da5529e90f73685895241&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>, and it requires your pet to be active as they eat. This also allows your pet to take their time with each bite and hopefully not overeat. <\/li><li><strong>PortionProRx&nbsp;<\/strong>can best be described as the ultimately controlled feeding instrument. It comes with RFID tags that you hook to your pets\u2019 collar. This allows the machine to provide food to only the pet currently at the machine and only the amount programmed for that pet to have, specifically. You can find the PortionProRK <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/PortionProRx-Automatic-Feeder-Dogs-Cats\/dp\/B07XTRYP7B\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=dog+feeder&amp;qid=1571860982&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExVTZCV0xSRDZPSFhPJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTg1NDU1MUE1NEc4M002RlhPRCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODgzOTM0VDRDQTdYUENXNENMJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==&amp;pldnSite=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=8b9547cb8945a7d6b247eb24bf8d9e4b&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are\npicking the right feeder for your pet, make sure to consider the type\nof feeding help they or you may need. If your pet is underweight,\ndon\u2019t get a feeder that may make it less likely that your pet will\nget enough to eat. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-takeaway\">The Takeaway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Animals could be\nat an unhealthy weight for numerous reasons, but, as their pet\nparent, it is up to you to help them. Keep an eye on their\nbodies\u2014their shape, the way they move, how hard activity is for\nthem if they can breathe well\u2014and seek a vet\u2019s help if there is\never a point that your pet\u2019s health is at risk. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your pet is\nunder or over a healthy weight, consider your options for fixing\nthis. Also, consider why it happened in the first place. If your pet\nneeds new food or a new feeding schedule, do the research to find\nwhat is best for your specific animal or animals. Always ask your vet\nfirst, as they are trained to keep pets healthy. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, consider\nthe situation your pet came from. If you are adopting a pet, be sure\nto talk to whoever you are getting them from about anything that may\naffect your pet&#8217;s life. Abuse and neglect can often lead to a pet\nthat has a harder time adjusting, and that can include healthy eating\nand activity habits. If your pet is a stray, realize that they may\ntake more time to adjust, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep your pet\nhealthy with regular and <a href=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/how-to-exercise-a-miniature-poodle-a-detailed-guide\/\">appropriate exercise<\/a>. If you don\u2019t let\nyour dog run around and play, for example, they aren\u2019t going to\ndevelop in a healthy manner. If you notice your dog losing interest\nor stamina, seek a vet\u2019s help and make adjustments as needed. Often\nthe solutions to keeping your canine friend healthy are the obvious\nones, but other times they may be more concerning. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Above all, realize that you are the one who has to make changes for your pet\u2019s health. They can\u2019t exercise more if you don\u2019t give them a way to do so, and they can\u2019t eat healthier without you providing the means to do so. Make a healthy choice for your pet\u2019s health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"must-have-products-for-poodles-and-doodles\">Must Have Products For Poodles And Doodles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for reading this article. I hope you found it helpful. Here are some products that I personally believe every owner should employ to help ensure the best quality of life for their dogs. These are affiliate links, so if you do decide to use any of them, I\u2019ll earn a commission. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But in all honesty, these are the exact products that I use and recommend to everyone, even my own family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=15372&amp;awinaffid=904369\" target=\"_blank\">Lemonade Pet Insurance<\/a>: Lemonade Pet Insurance has enabled me to afford a very high level of veterinary care for my dog, Angus. Even after he was diagnosed with cancer a few years back. Lemonade is a great company, and I can&#8217;t recommend them enough!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/90eeekwns8ljqc2y-1lec6s25e.hop.clickbank.net\/?tid=THINKUP50\" target=\"_blank\">Brain Training For Dogs<\/a>: Brain Training for dogs is an amazing online training program I found that actually helped me to understand and ultimately stop my dog&#8217;s separation anxiety and destructive behaviors when I left the house. This program actually works, and at a small fraction of the cost of hiring a dog trainer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1089164&amp;u=2369283&amp;m=75374\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pet Plate<\/a>: I first learned of Pet Plate when the company was featured on the TV show &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; back in 2016. Pet Plate is the dog food subscription service I use to provide extremely healthy, pre-portioned meals for my dog. Pet Plate gives my dog Angus the highest quality nutrition at a very affordable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/track.flexlinkspro.com\/g.ashx?foid=156074.1369.401277&amp;trid=1232984.179044&amp;foc=16&amp;fot=9999&amp;fos=5\" target=\"_blank\">BarkBox<\/a>: Without a doubt, my dog enjoys Barkbox more than anything else I buy him. BarkBox delivers a customized box of themed toys, treats, and other products to your door each month. In addition, I like that a percentage of proceeds is donated to local animal shelters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/track.flexlinkspro.com\/g.ashx?foid=156178.18971.4611686018427507836&amp;trid=1232984.213888&amp;foc=16&amp;fot=9999&amp;fos=5\">Pawp.com<\/a>: Pawp is not insurance. It&#8217;s a membership program that gives you access to unlimited video calls or texts with a licensed vet 24\/7 and includes up to six pets on a single membership! I Purchase this service for my dog Angus and have saved hundreds of dollars over visiting his local vet with questions or more minor health concerns. Pawp will even pay up to $3,000 if your pets experience an emergency situation! Check out Pawp&#8217;s website to see why Pawp can help you save money and increase your pet&#8217;s quality of care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your poodle is overweight, it is important to make needed changes in order to regain their health. 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