My strange addiction

[docbree 199]

That's so scary about your little pom! I live in the country and unfortunately, this happens a lot around here (also with coyotes and bobcats).

A lot of times a dog's metabolism will go down after getting "fixed," but hypothyroidism is a very common problem, too. I always hope that is the case with overweight pets because it's cheap and easy to remedy.

You're right, it's not really a laughing matter when our pets are obese. I know it's only a matter of time until Pooh Bear develops diabetes if I don't get his weight down. He is the household bully - and with 3 cats and 4 dogs there are plenty of opportunities for him to steal food. (He is on prescription weight loss food).

Good luck with your little guy, Lisa! You can also try giving him green Beans, carrots, a few cheerios for low-fat, low-cal treats. Just a couple of ideas.

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Thank you for the low cal treat ideas! He definitely will eat anything that I offer him. He just lurks and waits to hear the word treat lol

We have him on prescription diet dog food but he has been on it for some time and no weight loss. We are suckers for his cute face and with all of us giving him a "treat" here and there it defeats his diet food regimen.

I think I'm going to get some blood work on him and make sure I'm not missing anything.

You mentioned your cat being the house bully hehe my sisters cat is the same and she bullies the pug. One look from the cat and the lil pug stops cold and has a look of worry on his lil face for a bit. He must have short term memory problems because a few hours later he is back for more, pestering the cat to play with him. That cat has NEVER played with him... Silly dog

[docbree 199]

You are welcome!