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Reader Stories: Conquering Canine Obesity - Dog Weight Loss Success Stories

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Canine obesity is a growing problem and a serious health risk for dogs. Did you and your dog overcome canine obesity? Congratulations! Share your story with other dog owners so they can learn how to help their dogs lose weight. How did you help your dog shed the pounds?

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Casper and Cesar

I used my grandchildren to chase the dogs around the yard!! Casper is not up to playing as I have had him since he was 3 weeks old. I am disabled and cannot walk the dogs on a daily basis. but after …More

Elmer - Running Again

So, I decided that it was time for both of us to change our lifestyles. I started the "South Beach Diet - Supercharged" which required an exercise routine. I recruited Elmer to join me in the power w…More

Griffin - Ottoman no More

I had to cut back on his food. I was feeding him 1 cup in the morning and one cup in the evening. He always finished it. Our family is not one to always be giving him treats, so that wasn't the probl…More

Little Girl's Weight Loss Journey

I started feeding a high protein food, without grains, and cut her portion to 3/4 of a cup a day. I also started rewarding her with very small milk bones when she played, and went outside readily. It…More

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