2007-11-11 04:35:05 · 12 answers · asked by Dan M 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
This could be a sign of a thyroid condition. See your vet and talk to them about the possibility of testing him.
2007-11-11 04:38:37 · answer #1 · answered by BunnuvaSitch 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you have more details? It would be helplful to know what breed of dog you have, how it he/she is, if he/she is neutered, what food you feed and how much, and lastly, how much exercise it gets? Any of these can affect weight gain - a spayed/neutered dog is more prone to weight gain, and obviously exercise plays a large part of it. Could just be down to the food though, might not agree with your dog. Lastly, it might also be an illness, and if there are any other symptoms, you should get in contact with your vet.
2007-11-11 04:40:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gaining weight in dogs is the same in humans. If the calories IN are greater than the calories burned each day, your dog will gain weight. Your dog is getting calories from somewhere. Do some snooping around.
2007-11-11 04:38:45 · answer #3 · answered by Richard F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some dog foods and treats are loaded with calories. Get a good quality grain free kibble and plenty of exercise.
2007-11-11 06:19:29 · answer #4 · answered by Little Ollie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are weight control foods now. Exercise is important. You may need to take him to the vet and make sure it's not medical.
2007-11-11 04:38:22 · answer #5 · answered by luvmydobes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best thing is take your dog to the vets there may be undrlying health problems causing the wieght gain
2007-11-11 06:20:39 · answer #6 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does he get enough exercise? If he does, he might have a thyroid problem. I suggest going to the vet.
2007-11-11 04:46:40 · answer #7 · answered by Larry D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take him/her to a vet and get a diet for him/her !
or get drops form gaining weight from a vet if he thinks it a good idea !
2007-11-11 04:46:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My chocolate lab has the same problem. When we took her to the vet, they found she has a thyroid problem.
2007-11-11 06:09:56 · answer #9 · answered by William 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Might be a lack of exercise
2007-11-11 05:53:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋