When Pam first got her sweet Golden Retriever, Kai, he weighed 173 pounds. That put him 100 pounds above the high average for a Golden Retriever, meaning he was desperately in need of returning to a healthier weight.
While it can be tempting to spoil our canine friends, too many treats and food can have a severe impact on their health. Overweight dogs like Kai can experience early onset arthritis, difficulty breathing and even heart problems.
The choice to help Kai lose weight was not a cosmetic choice. Kai’s unhealthy weight left him exhausted and made it difficult for him to walk without limping.
At first, he could only take a few steps without having to stop to catch his breath.
Thankfully, his mom was there to support his transformation. Using low-impact methods like swimming and walks, Pam helped her Golden Retriever down the path to a healthier self.
In addition to gradually increasing his exercise, Pam made sure to monitor Kai’s food and ensure that the good boy received the nutrition his previous owner had neglected to provide him.
At the end of his journey, the transformation was like night and day. With a bright dog smile on his face, Kai could finally run through the snow, something that had never been possible before.
Thanks to his loving mom, Kai achieved a healthier life that will give him many more loving years at his new home. And if that’s not inspiring, we don’t know what is!
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