over weight dog

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My dog is overwieght...All my neighbors feed her (treats...etc.) How do I get them to stop!!

Asked by ajollygirl 1 week ago

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Answered by T (Terrin) 3 days ago

Are your neighbors the only blame? Do you limit her food intake or do you leave a bowl of food out all day? If your neighbors are the true culprits, then a tet'a'tet is in order. If they want your dog to still visit, please tell them that they must give your dog a healthy treat, like frozen green beans, peas, or carrots. If they like the treats, the dog will go back for more. If it doesn't like the "new" treats, it won't go back. Keep the dog dish away, until feeding time too. Good Luck!

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Answered by jellyfish 4 days ago

You definitely need to tell your neighbors that although you appreciate their kindness in giving your dog treats, that it is effecting her health. If you don't want to be the bad guy you can tell them that the vet said she needs to lay off the treats because she is getting too big, or something like that.

Try to take your dog to a dog park, if possible, so she can get some exercise and play with other dogs. Good luck!

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Answered by PhysiPet 5 days ago

Definately get the neighbors to stop, because it could lead to further problems with the Dogs Health. You can also try to use playful toys to encourage a more active lifestyle.

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Answered by Alicia (mymomrox) 6 days ago

tell your friends they need to stop, (as i'm sur you have) but you need to do it firmly, because they are putting your dogs life at risk (as dramatic as it sounds it's true)

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Answered by danewillow 1 week ago

Bring your neighbors a bag of mini carrots. Tell them to give those to your dog instead.

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