Every dog is different, so how do you know if they are underweight or overweight? Here we have some helpful tips to check if your pooch is a healthy weight.
Much like us humans, dogs vary in size, metabolism and weight. This is why there is no specific 'healthy weight' guide to apply to all dogs. You can find the average weight of certain breeds online however, remember this is just the average and the above applies.
As dogs come in all shapes and sizes, this guide may not be as straightforward for your breed. For example, whippets and greyhounds are lean and athletic whilst bulldogs are much broader. Dogs with much fluffier coats will be harder to negotiate the fur!
For the majority of breeds, this simple chart applies. As you can see, there is definition between each of the weight types. As mentioned above, some breeds are excluded due to their natural weight.
If you feel your furry friend could do with a little extra weight, duck is the best protein to go for. Duck is, not only delicious but, high in good fats. Paleo Plus Totally Duck is an absolute winner, purely duck with some added superfoods for an extra immune boost. Other duck products we offer are:
Should you feel your dog needs to lose a little extra weight, we have many meals that are low-fat. We consider anything under 10% fat ideal. Some meals we provide are as little as 4% and 5%. These are:
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When biting bugs ‘spring’ into action, we’re advised to apply an insecticide on dogs’ necks to prevent any risk of fleas, yet such topical applications don’t prevent fleas from jumping on your pooch for a quick snack.
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Once you’ve decided to bring a puppy into your life, there’s nothing more exciting! After all, you’ve hopefully spent time choosing the right breed or mix that’s suits your accommodation, experience and lifestyle.
Designed to give puppies the best possible start in life, this exciting addition to the popular Paleo Plus range offers optimal nutrition with carefully selected, premium ingredients including reishi mushrooms!