How to Induce Weight Loss in a Dog or Cat?
alaa2021-07-23T17:22:51-04:00Weight Loss in a Dog or Cat, The most important subject to be addressed is nutrition. Your pet’s energy intake (caloric intake) should be monitored. Remember, dogs and cats in general only need 300 to 500 kcal per day. Every calorie a pet eats should be counted, even pet treats or bites of people food. Every pet food has a different amount of calories per cup; therefore, when changing foods, you must read the bag for recommended feeding amounts. An overweight-management food is recommended and is available from every major pet food manufacturer. These foods have been tested to ensure that the recommended amount of food will meet your pet’s requirements. Some foods may be higher in fiber to aid in weight loss, while others will be higher in protein. If your pet does not respond well to one type of food, you may have better success with another.