hacking/overweight boston terrier

by andrea
(ube, pa)

hi, my boston terrier is 8 years old and she is a lil over weight. she has this persistant hacking, especially when she gets excited or the weather changes drastically. any ideas or suggestions, with how to get her to loose weight or rememdies for thisd cough would be greatly appreciated THANKS :)

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Aug 29, 2011

coughing
by: Linda Galway/TurnerME

Coughing can be a sign of heart disease; it's important you get your BT to a vet's for an exam.

Regarding weight loss, you can switch to a low-cal food and increase exercise time. If you already take your dog for a quick walk to complete his "errands," then try doubling your time outdoors. I don't know what your situation is, but if you can get in a 30-minute walk every day, it will help. At least do it several times a week.

Also, take the small biscuits and break them into at least 3 pieces (break off the two ends from the middle; I often break them apart again or purchase the little gumdrop shaped biscuits from the pet store or little mini-biscuits for toy breeds.) They are not usually eating from hunger but for pleasure, and having a little treat is just as satisfying to them.

Good luck.

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