The main goal of obesity and/or weight management is to provide a safe means of exercise in addition to whatever nutritional and medical care the dog is already receiving.
The primary means of exercise is hydrotherapy so the dog can exercise without the added joint stress secondary to obesity. The program will be monitored for the dogs' tolerance. This is also convenient for the owner, particularly for the owner who is physically unable to walk themselves.
Key Uses
Obesity, thyroid problems, weight management, regular exercise to increase metabolic rate.
For extreme cases or those under a veterinarian's medical management of obesity, a veterinarian referral and joint approach (including progress reports) may be necessary.