THE SKINNY ON OVERWEIGHT DOGS:35% of dogs are overweight or obese. Obese dogs have shorter life expectancies than pets of normal body conditions.Increases risks of diabetes, heart disease, and trouble breathing.Increases risk of high blood pressure.Increases strain on bones and joints, leading to development of arthritis and pain. Owners may see behavioral changes, limping, stiffness, shortness of breath and difficulty doing normal activities such as climbing stairs, jumping on/off furnitu [...]
