Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Overweight growing Bernese Mountain Dog nutrition advice
By Giordanella, Antonia et al.·Published in Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition·2019·Institute of Animal Nutrition Vetsuisse Faculty University of Zurich Zurich Switzerland·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Nutrition consultation for an overweight growing Bernese Mountain Dog—A case report
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Plain-English summary
A growing Bernese Mountain Dog was brought in for being overweight, which can be a concern for large breeds as it may lead to serious health issues like limb problems. The dog had gained 4 kg more than the ideal weight for its growth stage, prompting the vet to recommend a dietary change to help manage its weight. The success of this nutritional plan largely depends on the owner's commitment to following the vet's advice. With proper nutrition, the dog can avoid potential growth-related health issues and maintain a healthier weight.
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Abstract
AbstractIn growing dogs, overweight is assimilated and attributed to a fast growth rate. Proper nutrition plays a very important role during growth as mistakes in feeding may lead to severe disease. This case report is an example for excessive weight gain during growth that, particularly in large breed dogs, may lead to skeletal disorders such as improper alignments of the limbs. If body weight gain exceeds the ideal range of the individual growth curve (by initially 4 kg in this case), fast growth may lead to growth disturbances and associated chronic diseases. These cases require a dietary adaption. However, the success in the nutritional management of the body weight relies largely on the owner's compliance.
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