Hill's Metabolic dog food for weight loss & safe walks in Arizona?

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I recently asked how I can help Minnie loose weight because she is 13 pounds, and my response was to put her on a Science Diet metabolic weight management diet. My responder said it had good outcomes with his previous patients, but was he talking about the Hill’s Prescription Diet Metabolic Weight Management Dog Food? And if it is, is there a specific flavor that is best to use for her weight loss plan? Also, I live in Arizona — with terrible heat. I was told to walk her 3-4 times a day. Can I? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 4 years and 1 month old | 13 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I didn't answer your original post about Minnie, but yes it would be the Hill's prescription diet. There isn't a specific favor that is best to use for her weight loss, so I wouldn't be worried about that. As for walking three to four times a day, because it's so hot in Arizona, I would not do this. She could get heatstroke, which is very deadly. I recommend walking her twice a day, once early in the morning and later in the evening when it cools down. Gradually make the walks longer to make up for only walking her twice a day. I hope this helps!

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