First, assess the dog's condition. If he appears underweight, take him to the veterinarian for a physical exam to determine the cause and extent of the problem. If he appears overweight, have him checked as well and examine both feeding and exercise programs. However, caution is the rule when using these rations. One common problem that we see is a gradual degeneration of coat quality.
Many animals tend to stay overweight and develop dry, flaky skin.
Wynne said that a more dangerous problem can occur when a dog is kept on reduced fat diets for long periods. Be aware that obesity is a potential problem if Fido controls the amount of food and snacks he gets by begging or looking sad and get a head start by realizing that an empty bowl is not a clue that Fido needs more food. At the very least, cut back a bit on the kibble in the food bowl. If Pal looks stricken and keeps looking for more, toss in some green beans, carrots, or other low-calorie vegetables as long as they do not cause intestinal upset. Feed appropriate snacks .