The fattest dogs in the world
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The Internet is flooded with pictures of dogs disfigured by overeating. They may make some people laugh, but for most people they raise a question: to what extent can human carelessness go?
Dachshund Dennis
Little bug-eyed dachshund puppies are a joy to look at. They evoke emotion. They are pampered, trying to treat them to something tasty. This happened to the dachshund Dennis from Ohio.
Dachshund Dennis weighed more than 25 kg
The owner himself abused hamburgers and pastries from the pizzeria, and fed the same food to the dog. To the delight of everyone, Dennis did not refuse food, but when the owner came to his senses, the dog’s weight had exceeded 25 kg. As a result, I had to resort to surgery and remove the sagging skin. Now the dog’s weight is normal, largely due to proper nutrition.
Dachshund Obi
Once upon a time, a dog named Obi had the status of “the fattest dachshund in the world.” Her weight reached 35 kg. Under the weight of the sagging belly, the animal's back sagged, the dachshund could not move without a special protective harness, the poor thing was so fattened by the elderly couple. In addition, due to their own health problems, the owners rarely walked the dog.
The weight of the dachshund Obi was 35 kg
For your information! Obi was placed in a shelter. Veterinarians put the animal on a diet, which gave a good result - minus 23 kg. They did a tummy tuck, now it’s difficult to recognize the couch potato as Ob in the former fat man.
Labrador Alfie
Alfie, an obese Labrador, was killed by his insatiable passion for chocolate. He became the British record holder for the fattest dog. Just think about it, the weight of the already large dog reached 79 kg, which is 3 times higher than the norm. The Labrador moved with difficulty and lay more often. When he was taken to the veterinary hospital, the help of 4 employees was needed.
Labrador Alfie had difficulty moving and suffered from back pain
A strict diet and physical activity helped restore the dog to its former slimness and vigor.
American Bulldog Kila
Some owners are fascinated by chubby dogs, while others are driven by a thirst for fame. Thanks to their four-legged friends, they gain fame. This is what happened with the American bulldog Kila, who loves cookies and pasta so much that he already weighs 50 kg.
American bulldog Kila weighing more than 50 kg
The dog participates in numerous shows where veterinarians fight overweight patients.
Chihuahua Taytay
Among baby Chihuahuas, there are also record holders who are overweight. Taytay, like the Labrador Alfie, could not do without chocolate, and gained so much weight that her weight was 4 times the norm for dogs of her breed and reached 6 kg.
Chihuahua Taytay gained 6 kg
Note! Chihuahua dogs often become plump, causing their body to take on very bloated shapes, and long-haired dogs generally resemble arctic foxes.
Dalmatian Barney
Dalmatians are always not averse to eating well, but the owner of the huge dog fed his pet fast food to such an extent that he was even sentenced to community service. The man is also prohibited from owning any animals for the next 10 years. The fact is that the 8-year-old dog Barney, weighing 70 kg, in addition to obesity, had serious health problems: the cardiovascular system and joints.
Dalmatian Barney weighed 70 kg
Today, the animal’s weight barely exceeds 40 kg, and the dog is recovering.
Cocker Spaniel Millie
The weight of poor Millie, a cocker spaniel from Great Britain, exceeded 33 kg and was twice the average for this breed. Cocker spaniels have an excellent appetite and grow by leaps and bounds, so Millie's owners are seriously concerned about her health.
Cocker spaniel Millie quickly gained weight due to genetic predisposition
The dog's owners hope that with the help of special show programs in which the dog constantly participates, the animal will be able to lose excess weight.
Mongrel Bolinha
A mongrel named Bolinha lived at a gas station. Motorists did not skimp on treats, throwing various goodies to the dog. The dog grew so big that it became a real celebrity, taking first place in the league of the fattest dogs in Brazil.
Mongrel Bolinha became a Brazilian celebrity
For your information! Kind-hearted people took the mongrel to a shelter. Veterinarians helped the animal lose 13 kg.
Beagle Cale Chips
Beagle Cale Chips, although considered a fast hunting dog, gained 38 kg thanks to the carelessness of his owner. The animal could hardly move its paws, suffering from back pain. As a result, the dog was taken from its owner and taken to a dog shelter.
Beagle Cale Chips lost weight at the shelter
Only thanks to the efforts of the shelter workers, the beagle managed to lose 10 kg.
Doberman Bear
A Doberman named Bear was unlucky with his owners; they not only did not monitor his diet, but did not even care for the animal. The dog gained weight 66 kg and had serious health problems.
Doberman named Bear was taken from his owners
The dog was removed from the family and placed in a shelter. Now the employees of the establishment monitor his nutrition.
Australian Shepherd Buddy
Buddy's owners also did not monitor her health. The shepherd's paws could hardly support the excess weight. With its 89 kg, the animal could not stand up, let alone move.
Australian Shepherd Buddy couldn't walk because of his huge belly
After moving to new owners, Buddy the dog managed to lose weight to 36 kg.
Rottweiler Hooch
Already at the age of 7 months, the weight of the Rottweiler reached 133 kg. Hooch ate several huge cans of dog food at a time and his appearance struck terror into the neighbors.
Rottweiler Hooch scared the neighbors
Veterinarians from a well-known clinic got to work. Result: in four years the dog lost 45 kg of weight.
Border Collie Cassie
Border collie Cassie from the town of Kenilworth (Britain) is currently the record holder for excess weight and is listed in the Guinness Book of Records. Compared to animals of her breed and age, the poor thing’s weight is three times higher than normal.
Border collie Cassie is included in the Guinness Book of Records
People first started talking about the fattest dog in the world in 2012. At that time, Cassie was already 7 years old, but even for such a respectable age, 58 kg is too much. The animal was practically immobilized, all because the bulk of the diet was fatty and sweet foods.
For your information! The shelter workers took pity on the poor girl and took her in for rehabilitation.
It is still far from normal weight, but the dog has already lost weight and is able to move independently.
Siberian Husky
Medium sized sled dog. The height at the withers reaches 60 cm, and the weight is 20-30 kg. The head is small, the muzzle is of medium length, which gradually tapers towards the nose. Almond-shaped eyes are set obliquely. They are usually brown or blue, but hetegochromic variants are often found, when the eyes are different colors. The ears are set high, with rounded tips pointing upward.
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Soft and thick wool perfectly retains heat and gives a neat appearance. There are quite a lot of Siberian Husky color varieties - from light to dark. The most common species are black and white or white and gray. It is rare to see a pure black, white or brown dog. A typical, but not required, sign of the breed is a black or white mask around the eyes and several vertical stripes on the forehead.
Causes of obesity in dogs
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Obesity in dogs is a rather serious disease that develops not only from overfeeding. Common causes of excess weight are:
- natural and genetic predisposition to gaining excess weight;
- hormonal imbalance in the body (dysfunction of the thyroid gland and adrenal glands). Without treatment, hormonal imbalance leads to complications and the occurrence of a number of secondary diseases;
- stress;
- consequences of castration (sterilization);
- low physical activity. Lack of regular active exercise leads to the gradual accumulation of excess fat under the skin.
Important! Only a veterinarian can determine the cause of obesity.
Deerhound
- The maximum height and weight of males is 80 cm and 50 kg.
- The maximum height and weight of females is 70 cm and 35-43 kg.
These greyhounds were bred to hunt deer. The predecessors of the Deerhound were the dogs of the Scots and Picts, who helped people hunt ungulates. For a long time the breed was unknown outside of Scotland and only in 1892 was it officially recognized. Deerhounds are very hardy, have instant reactions and a very keen sense of smell. They rarely bark, and are very trusting of people, so they are unlikely to be good guards. But this is a great dog for a hunter.
Obesity symptoms
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Like the human body, as a result of gaining excess weight, the dog’s body changes: the stomach sags, fat folds form, the back collapses, the paws practically do not increase in volume, becoming disproportionate in relation to the body.
A fat dog begins to hunch over due to the increase in space between the belly and chest. The animal develops shortness of breath and lethargy. Cables' sexual activity decreases, and bitches stop going into heat.
Only a doctor can understand the cause of excess weight
Obesity can be determined by palpation: the last two ribs should be clearly palpable through the skin. A layer of fat enveloping the ribs indicates the development of the disease. In any case, if you suspect that you are overweight, you should take your pet to the veterinarian. He will make the correct diagnosis and prescribe treatment or diet.
Important! It is dangerous to overload an older dog with frequent feeding; the best option is no more than 2 times a day.
Pomeranian Spitz
Pomeranian Spitz - photo
A decorative breed, which is characterized by soft fluffy fur, making the dog “plush”. The Pomeranian has a small, fox-like muzzle, which houses almond-shaped dark eyes and a narrow jaw. The breed reaches a height of 18-22 cm. Body weight ranges from 2-4.5 kg. At the same time, Pomeranians have a dense and muscular physique.
The breed is available in 11 colors - black, dark with red spots, blue, brown, sable, orange, blue with red markings, cream, white, chinchilla, two-color. Short fur covers the head, ears and front of the limbs. Long, straight hair grows on the rest of the body.
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Komondor
- The maximum height and weight of males is 80 cm and 60 kg.
- The maximum height and weight of females is 70 cm and 50 kg.
Hungarian Shepherds are one of the largest dogs, the photo of which looks like “oh, a living mop!” There is a version that they appeared as a result of crossing ancient shepherd dogs and wolves. Komondors helped shepherds and protected livestock and other property. Easily recognizable thanks to their long, cord-like coat, these dogs are one of Hungary's national treasures. They adapt well to urban conditions and are good guards.
