We’ve all been known to overindulge. Unlike us, though, our puppy pals don’t know when enough is enough, especially if their owner is ever-encouraging of unhealthy behaviors.
Kale Chips, named in the hopes of a healthier future, was surrendered by his elderly Chicago owners as they could no longer take care of him. Beagles typically weigh around 25 pounds when they are at a healthy weight. This pup, though, tipped the scales at a hefty 85 pounds. Among other possible health problems his weight could cause, it puts tremendous stress on his joints, making it very difficult for him to get the proper exercise, let alone walk from one room to another. When he arrived, he unfortunately needed to be wheeled into the shelter.
The good people at One Tail at a Time have teamed up with The Honest Kitchen to create a low calorie, high protein diet for the pup.
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They’ve also teamed up with Integrative Pet Care, who will start him on a slow but steady weight loss program. The program will include hydrotherapy – the use of an underwater treadmill that’s easy on his already stressed joints.
Everyone has high hopes that Kale Chips will make a heathy transition back to a normal, active beagle lifestyle.
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This is no way for a pup to live!
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(source Daily Mail)
Aww, here’s to a healthier, happier future for this overweight pup! Time to break that vicious cycle and create better habits for a long life.
