I have tried so many different dog foods and have fed all different amounts. I never feed more than 2 cups. 1 cup makes no difference, 1/2 daily makes no difference and only half starves the poor thing. Exercise does not work either.
2006-07-26 14:13:59 · 9 answers · asked by fedup 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I had the same problem with my dog, a Lab mix he weighed 115 lbs. The Vet suggested a Hills brand sold only at Vets. Not Science Diet but one that caters to dogs and cats different health needs. My dog was started on a RD (reduced diet) program and he has lost 30lbs. He now weighs 85lbs and looks great. The Vet gave him a combo of dry and moist food. 1cup of dry and 1/2 canned and he loves it. I thought it wouldn't be enough for him but no problem. It really works, go to your Vet and get started. Good Luck.
2006-07-26 14:21:00 · answer #1 · answered by Janet lw 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
the dog really shouldn;t be eating more than a cup a day. 2 cups is an ENORMOUS amount for a dachshund. how about treats...people food or too many milk bones will cause weight gain. i say get to the vet pronto. Doxie's are known for being overweight and the vet may have prescription diet you can feed...also talk about hypothyroidism. this is where your dogs thyroid gland is not functioning properly which can cause all sorts of problems including weight gain. if this is truly your dogs problem NO amount of dieting will get the weight off! Hypothyroidism can be determined through a small blood test and easily controlled with a very cheap medication that your pet will need for life! good luck!
2006-07-26 21:22:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to do several things all at the same time.
#1 put the dog on Hill's prescription diet called R/D ( reducing diet) you will have to buy it from your vet.
#2 feed only the recommended amount , no treats of any kind.the amount you feed will
l be on the bag of food. It's the amount you want the dog to weigh not what the dog weighs now.
#3 exercises daily, increasing the amount as the dog looses weight.
#4the weight will come off slowly 1 to 2 lbs a month
#5 don't give up
2006-07-26 21:24:41 · answer #3 · answered by basque girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 2 dachunds and I have never seen one that big. Both of mine weights around 15 pounds... Those dogs love to eat...they will eat until they die. You should get your Vet to check him out. There may be an under line medical reason for his weight problem. Good luck!
2006-07-26 23:17:16 · answer #4 · answered by K L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OF COURSE NOT!!! *YOU* are ruining any efforts!! STOP IT!!YOU are KILLING your dog!
A 1/2 cup ration is NOT STARVING the damn thing!! HOW else does ANYTHING loose weight!!
FEED LESS!!!
2006-07-27 09:03:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try pedigree weightloss formula..
take him for walks...daily!
and usually1/2-1 cup dry food for the whole day is fine..along with one pouch of little champions (pedigree food) for dinner
2006-07-26 21:16:26 · answer #6 · answered by mommy2savannah51405 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dachsunds are prone to thyroid problems. See what a vet says.
2006-07-26 21:17:05 · answer #7 · answered by Pancakes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could have a thyroid problem. Have some bloodwork done at your vet.
2006-07-26 21:16:02 · answer #8 · answered by wendyc222 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
feed it less.
2006-07-26 21:15:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋