Pet owners must adopt the second step. We can't help pets directly, but only through their owners. However, I found that many owners were unwilling to cooperate with the obesity diagnosis, which made the veterinarian unable to continue to help the pet, and it was useless to tell the owners repeatedly. Finally, the veterinarian can only give up communication.
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The goal and time of dog weight loss focus on daily life, rather than weight loss and measurement. Studies have shown that only 6% weight loss will improve the quality of life of dogs. Measuring the quality of life is more meaningful than reducing pounds and inches.
The duration depends on the weight lost. Simply put, cats can safely lose about 0.5 kg a month, while dogs can lose 3-5% every 30 days. This is equivalent to the weight loss plan of most obese dogs for six to 12 months
Step-by-step weight loss process: determine the weight loss goal and target weight
Determine the minimum monthly weight
? Cats currently lose 1 to 2% weight every month, with a minimum of 0.50 kg per month.
? Dogs are losing 3% to 5% weight every month.
Determine the total length of time to reach the target weight
? In most cases, 9 to 12 months at most.
? The best time for most pets is 6 to 9 months.
The whole cycle is divided into weight loss steps at intervals of one to three months.
The safest and most successful way to help pets lose weight step by step is to pursue small goals over time. Science tells us that losing weight gradually helps to maintain muscle quality and avoid potential nutritional defects. Many pets, especially dogs, lose a lot of weight in the first three months, and then gain weight over time. This normal physiological adaptive response means that you must closely monitor the patient and adjust the plan step by step accordingly.
This is a step-by-step weight loss plan. Losing weight in stages is like climbing stairs. The starting layer is the present weight of the dog, and the ending layer is the ideal weight of the dog. There are many ways to move from one floor to another, but the safest and most reliable way is to take a series of steps to achieve this goal. Veterinarians and pet owners often want to take the elevator quickly, but quick maintenance often brings temporary improvement, not lifelong health habits. It takes patience, perseverance and self-discipline to make meaningful changes. Through close support to achieve a series of small goals, lifestyle changes are easier to maintain.
How long will this process take? Although there is no universal answer, most dogs should be able to reach their ideal weight within six to 12 months. Healthy dogs can exercise more vigorously and get results faster. Older dogs or dogs with arthritis or other diseases may need more time. Generally speaking, dogs weighing less than 30% can reach their ideal or normal weight within six months. For dogs that need to lose more than 30% of their current weight, the time can be extended to nine to 12 months. Due to physiological differences, it takes longer for fat cats to reach their ideal weight.
Counting calories Every pet weight loss plan starts with counting calories. Most pet owners don't know how many calories their pets need every day or how to feed their companions correctly. Most pet food feeding advice is not credible. Complete and balanced pet food feeding instructions are formulated for adult, unsterilized cats and dogs, which means that if your pet is a patient, feeding according to the label instructions may eat 20 ~ 30% more.
During each visit, the exact calorie requirement of each pet was calculated according to the breed, age, sex, concurrent medical conditions and lifestyle.
The RER formula is: Divide the pet's weight (in pounds) by 2.2, multiply it by 30, and then add 70.
This formula is a formula for calculating the number of calories, and sterilized cats and dogs weighing 6 to 60 kg can also use it to calculate the daily calories needed.
Stagnation and anxiety The primary reason for losing weight is stagnation and anxiety.
When pets stop losing weight, they will have a stagnant reaction; Trouble arises when neurochemical changes lead to behavioral changes.
Both challenges can be successfully overcome. I made a step-by-step weight loss plan to help alleviate begging caused by calorie restriction and determine stagnation as soon as possible. The gradual decrease of calories and the improvement of protein level seem to reduce most begging behaviors.
Re-test every three months, so that I can find the real trend and change the treatment.
The last 5% to 10% weight loss is the most challenging. Lean muscle mass is established at this time; Abdominal fat reduction. Most pets need to increase physical activity in the final stage of the weight loss plan to achieve the ideal weight.
Dogs and cats are naturally thin, muscular and relatively light-boned. In order to achieve the ideal fitness level, dogs and cats need to return to the active lifestyle they have evolved. Dogs that spend most of their time indoors find it difficult to develop strong muscles and tissues necessary for an ideal healthy body. Cats must be encouraged to play food puzzles every day? Looking for food? Waiting for games, playing time every day and abundant environment are the basis of our pets' healthy life.