As winter and Christmas approaches, pugs have to watch their waistline, as we all do! However, they rely on us to manage this.
So, here’s a seasonal reminder from our PDWRA Vet Advisor, Helen:
Pugs can put on weight so easily that sometimes we can be unaware that they’ve gained weight. Pugs need to be slim, contrary to how many people perceive pugs. You may not have realised that the first pug photographed above, is overweight compared to the second photo of a pug with the more ideal, healthy looking body .
Keeping your pug slim is so important for it to be as healthy as possible. Pugs suffer from many health issues (for example, breathing issues, bad legs and spine) all of which are exacerbated when a pug is overweight.
Body Condition Score (BCS) is the best way to check if your pug is the right weight, rather than its actual weight. BSC 5 is ideal.
Please follow this link for further useful information that can help you to keep your pug slim and fit, providing the foundation to be as healthy as possible.
https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/pug-health/fit-not-fat/
Other useful information on your pugs’ wellbeing:
