Ep.12 - “Wait…Is My Dog Overweight?!” Chunky Dog Denial, Facing Reality, and Doggie Diets

In this episode, we get real about our own experience with chunky dog denial. We talk about how easy it is to miss weight gain when it happens slowly, how we both brushed things off longer than we should have, and what finally made it click that our dogs were actually overweight.We also share our personal experiences helping our dogs lose weight, including the habits that were contributing more than we realized, the small changes we started making, and what that process has looked like in real life.This is a very honest conversation about something a lot of dog owners go through, but don’t always talk about openly.In this episode, we talk about:our own experience not noticing the weight gain right awaywhy denial can be such a big part of thishow treats, training, chews, and little extras can add up fastthe changes we made to help our dogs lose weightwhat we learned through the processNote: This is not medical or nutrition advice. We’re simply sharing our personal experience and the process we took with our own dogs. If you’re concerned about your dog’s weight or health, please consult a qualified professional.Connect with Laura and Olivia here:Laura — Curious Snoots Dog Walking & TrainingWebsite: www.curioussnoots.comInstagram: @curioussnootsOlivia — Olive Bark Dog TrainingWebsite: www.olivebark.caInstagram: @oliviatrainsdogsChapters00:00 Introduction to Ruffly Speaking Podcast06:10 Realizing the Issue of Dog Weight12:09 Understanding Dog Breeds and Weight18:04 Cultural Influence on Dog Weight23:55 Dietary Changes for Dog Weight Management29:45 Moderating Dog Treats and Enrichment36:33 The Snackle Box Method and Treat Size46:00 Lifestyle, Exercise, and Weight Management54:56 Unexpected Behavioral Changes