Getting very overweight dog back on track?
I've got a dog who is supposed to be ~15lbs but is actually closer to almost 30. He does have a bunch of health issues, is on steroids, etc. that contribute to him being heavier but he was also overfed by my mom.
I'd love to get him back into shape - which really I wish I took control of earlier (better late than never...) but the problem is he already has difficulty going on long-ish walks. Any suggestions on what I could do to help get him back on track that is actually doable at his current weight? One of the things I've considered is a doggy life jacket and bringing him to pool/lake/etc. but I'm not sure if that would actually work. Plus he's never been in one outside of having baths.
Appreciate any suggestions. I'd really like him to lose a lot of his weight.
I'd love to get him back into shape - which really I wish I took control of earlier (better late than never...) but the problem is he already has difficulty going on long-ish walks. Any suggestions on what I could do to help get him back on track that is actually doable at his current weight? One of the things I've considered is a doggy life jacket and bringing him to pool/lake/etc. but I'm not sure if that would actually work. Plus he's never been in one outside of having baths.
Appreciate any suggestions. I'd really like him to lose a lot of his weight.