My small dog is overweight despite diet. What food helps him lose weight?

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My 7 year old male min pin is overweight. He weighs 9.4lbs. For the last 2 months I've been feeding him Blue Buffalo Healthy Weight/Small Breed dog food. He gets 2oz in the morning & 2oz at night and no treats or table food at all. He is taken for daily walks and he still hasn't lost an ounce! I'm thinking I need to try a different food (he's been eating this kind for years.) He is otherwise healthy. What's the best food to give him for weight loss? Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Pinscher | Male | neutered | 8 years and 3 months old | 9.4 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Many pets like Brees suffer from being overweight. If you are looking for an over the counter product, try Royal Canin or Hill Science Diet (both brand carry 'light' diets). In my opinion, the prescription food made by Royal Canin called Satiety Support is a great option because the portions are large (which most dogs like) but they still lose weight. The other things that could be contributing to his weight problem could be a condition called Hypothyroidism. This commonly makes dogs heavy and have problems losing weight. A doctor can determine Brees' thyroid status with a simple blood test. Medication is needed to regain normal metabolism.

My small dog is overweight despite diet. What food helps him lose weight?

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