my dog is overweight/

my 4 year old dog lost so much weight within three months i mean he eats three times a day but i think he is stressed out because were never home were always working and we put him in the cage when we leave only because we dont wanna take any chances of someone walking in because he will bite them because he is a watch dog..

If your dog is not on a diet to lose weight and is eating a good quality dog food, then you need to take him to the vet. It is not normal for a young, healthy dog to lose a large amount of weight in a relatively short amount of time if he is eating the proper amount of food. There are many diseases that can be causing this problem that only your vet can determine through a physical exam and/or blood test.

Hi emoks,

You should give balanced nutrition and attention to your dog like having a roadwork if you have time. Here are some links that will help you solve this problem:

Keeping fit: http://dogtime.com/weight-management-dogs-aaha….

Food & Nutrition: http://dogtime.com/food-nutrition.html

Exercise: http://dogtime.com/exercise-needs.html

Good luck.

The health consequences of these extra pounds are just as serious, too: overweight dogs put greater stress on their joints, hearts, lungs, liver, and kidneys. They’re more prone to injury, and are at a higher risk during surgery. You should watch his daily meals and give him some exercises or games as well just to keep him moving or active.

Check out this link to know more about weight problems:

http://dogtime.com/weight-problems.html

http://dogtime.com/exercise-needs.html

Switching to dry food may help your dog lose weight as it tends to be less calorie-dense than canned food. Cutting back on the amount of food and on the frequency of treats also helps your dog control his weight.

The best diet for dogs is low in fat and high in fiber. Puppies under 12 months of age need extra protein, calcium, and iron to accommodate growth. Your veterinarian may prescribe a special weight-loss formula food for your dog. Weight loss should be attained slowly. A one to two percent loss per week is best.

Check this link for more information.

http://dogtime.com/weight-management-dogs-aaha….