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Fat to fit: how to help your dog overcome obesity

November 27, 2019November 19, 2020 Daisy Linden0 Comments

Just like humans, dogs can carry excess weight due to a number of reasons. And when you do not do anything to bring your pet back to his recommended weight, the consequences can be dire.

But how, exactly, do pooches end up becoming obese?

Top causes of obesity in dogs

Dogs can become obese due to a number of reasons. Here’s a brief look at the leading causes.

Environmental factors

Environmental factors encompass a few causes of obesity in dogs.

For starters, you might be simply overfeeding your dogs. Like humans, your dog’s food consumption should be about equal …

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Products to help protect your dog’s paws in all weathers

September 7, 2019December 4, 2019 Daisy Linden0 Comments

Most of us have a closet or special cupboard crammed full off footwear for different occasions, ranging from smart, sturdy and casual, to item designed especially for very cold, wet or hot weather. By the same token, unless we happen to be on the beach or at a poolside going barefoot isn’t a common thing to do. Our feet are simply not designed to tolerate that for very long.

On the other hand, our pets, like most animals, are able to manage their lives without foot protection. However, this doesn’t guarantee they are comfortable with this situation 365 days of …

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4 active games your kids can play with your dog

August 7, 2019December 4, 2019 Daisy Linden0 Comments

There’s nothing quite like seeing your child and your dog having a great time playing together. An excellent relationship between the child and your dog is mutually rewarding and beneficial. Both typically have excess energy ready to burn, and your child will probably have more free time and patience to entertain your dog than you do.

Not only will playtime between your child and dog provide them with hours of fun and a healthy release for all that excess energy they have acquired during the day, but it’s also a wonderful way of helping your child stay fit and active. …