Is my dog overweight? What's the best way to help him lose weight?

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We have a Norwich Terrier who is 1 yr 8 months old. He weighs 18lb and should weigh 12lb max. My question is should we be concerned? We feed him 2x a day. Each meal consists of 1/4 cup of kibbles, 1tbl of each boiled chicken breast and lean beef finely chopped. I walk him 2x a day for about 30 minutes and we play with him many times a day. We are able to do so since we are retired. For treats he gets 1/2 piece of sprouted whole grain bread cut in little squares that lasts for three days.

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! He is adorable! It has been proven that dogs live a longer life when they are lean. I would get him to lose weight to 12 lbs. Cut out the chicken, beef, bread and keep the treats to bare minimum. And try to increase exercise. If he doesn’t lose weight change to a prescription weight loss diet and consider checking his thyroid. Good luck!

Is my dog overweight? What's the best way to help him lose weight?

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