Health and the Dog treat
Obesity, pancreatitis, arthritis, heart conditions and diabetes are diseases that sound like those that plague humans and they are. But the rate at which our dog friends are experiencing an increase in these diseases is truly alarming.
Dogs with weight problems should be watched carefully and every effort should be made to help them regain a healthy weight range. This is not to say that they should not get any treats, just monitor the amount of treats, the type of treats and the overall number of calories per day that the dog is taking in. Pair this with increased exercise and within a relatively short amount of time, your pooch pal should begin to get back that youthful appearance.
Here are some ideas for reducing your dog’s calorie count while keeping them full and happy.
Offer vegetables: green beans, red bell pepper, cucumbers and carrots or peas are delicious raw or cooked and added to the daily food allotment in place of some of the food you offer.
Popcorn, pasta and rice: Rice cake bites, air popped popcorn and cooked pasta noodles add bulk and dogs love them. They are ideal substitutes for high fat snacks.
Egg whites and cottage cheese or yogurt: Cooked egg whites, plain yogurt or lowfat cottage cheese are super hunger buster snacks.
Watch your dog’s weight and shower your friend with love, exercise and low fat snacks.
