When it comes to your own diet, you try to be as healthy as possible, don’t you? You eat the right foods for energy and try not to overindulge; your pet’s diet should be the same.

When animals become overweight, they are susceptible to many problems. Strain is put on their joints, which makes mobility difficult. This can dissuade your pet from exercising, which can result in obesity. Obesity can then cause serious health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, and respiratory issues.

It’s not just overfeeding your pet that can cause them to become overweight; feeding them an incorrect diet can also contribute. There are hundreds of different pre-packaged pet foods available today, each containing different levels of energy. If you are feeding your companion a diet that provides more energy than they are using, they are at risk of gaining weight.

At Example Vet Clinic, we appreciate that it can take some effort to determine which diet best suits your pet. Speak to one of our veterinary professionals about your pet’s dietary requirements.