If you stand and look down at your dog from above you should see a shape broader at the shoulder, tapering behind the ribs, and then wider at the hips. If you place your thumbs along the spine and spread your fingers along the ribs you should be able to feel the ribs will gentle pressure pushing in. If you dog from above looks like a barrel or lacking a taper and you are not able to easy feel the ribs your pet may be overweight. Talk to your vet if you are unsure of the proper weight for your pet.
Yes, a cat or dog can die if they are overweight. An overweight dog or cat can develop health problems such as joint problems, diabetes and liver disease and heart disease.
by looking at the scale
just put him/her on a diet
One can determine either he or she is overweight or not by different methods . The cheap and simple method is check your weight and calculate your BMI through a calculator.
try searching what weight is considered overweight and weigh yourself-if you are over this overweight weight then you are- you guessed it overweight.Another way is if you have a wii fit then it will weigh you and determine your class.
An investor can determine if a stock is likely to outperform the market when rated as overweight by analysts by considering the analysts' track record, the reasons behind the overweight rating, and conducting their own research on the company's financial health and growth prospects.
Yes if he/she is a full blooded chihuahua if a mixed breed than it might not be to much.Does the dog look overweight?if so call your vet and ask what you can feed the dog so it will lose weight.
If your dog is overweight or plump, feed it diet food. If your dog is thin or underweight, feed it wet food.
You height and body structure determine how fat you can be to be considered overweight. Your BMI, or body mass index at a healthy weight should be from 18.5 to 24.9. You are overweight if your BMI is between 25 and 29.9.
To determine the breed of your dog, you can consider physical characteristics, consult a veterinarian or use a dog DNA test.
A fat dog may have a rounded or bloated appearance, with an overly round belly and thick layer of fat covering their ribs and spine. Other signs include difficulty moving, shortness of breath, and lethargy. It's important to consult with a veterinarian to determine a healthy weight and implement a suitable diet and exercise plan.
This question should be modified; you actually need a height to determine appropriate weight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!