Obesity

Obesity

1. ANATMOY AND PHYSIOLOGY

   • Inability to walk
   • heat intolerance
   • Reduced life span
   • Hip dysplasia aggrivated by obesity
   • Arthritis
   • Inability to grow
   • Sore skin
     • inability to groom
   • Cardiac Problems
     • Heart disease
     • due to fat cells collecting around the organs
   • Diabetes
   • Lipoma
   • Circulatory problems
     • due to fat cells clogging arteries
   • Reproductive problems
     • Fat around organs
   • Respiratory problems
     • increased workload on lungs
     • Breathless
   • Teeth problems
     • Unbalanced diet

2. NUTRITION

   • No or less treats
   • A balanced diet
   • Weight loss programme
   • Diet containing less fat and more fibre

3. ANIMAL WELFARE

   • Regular short walks
   • Introducing exercise gradually
   • Inability to groom
     • Sore skin