Is Your English Cream Golden Retriever Putting On Weight?

 

An English Cream Golden Retriever

The English Cream Golden Retriever is a beautiful, medium-sized dog originally bred in the United Kingdom. These dogs are known for their cream-colored coats, calm temperament, and intelligence. They make excellent family pets and are great with children. English Cream Golden Retrievers are also popular service dogs due to their ability to learn quickly and their gentle nature.

Many dog owners struggle to determine whether their dog is the ideal weight. As obesity becomes an epidemic in pets, we all must learn how to identify excessive weight gain in our furry friends. Recent studies have shown that over half of all domestic dogs in the United States are overweight or obese, and the numbers are only going up. So how do you know if your English Cream Golden Retriever is packing on the pounds? Check for these telltale signs.

1. Your Dog's Ribs Are Not Easily Visible

If your English Cream Goldendoodle's ribs are not visible, it's likely that it is overweight. You should be able to feel your dog's ribs without having to press hard. If you can't feel them, it's time to reevaluate its diet

2. Your Dog Has A "Roll" Of Fat Around Its Middle

Another common sign of obesity in dogs is a "roll" of fat around the abdomen. This is often referred to as a "pot belly." If your doodle puppy has one of these, it clearly indicates that it needs to lose weight.

3. Your Dog Struggles To Move

If your English Cream Golden Retriever seems sluggish and doesn't want to move around much, it could be due to excessive weight gain. Dogs carrying around too much weight often suffer from joint pain and other mobility issues.

4. Your Dog Pants Excessively

Dogs panting excessively is another common sign of obesity. If your dog is panting more than usual, it could be having difficulty breathing. This is often due to the extra weight putting strain on the lungs and other organs.

5. Your Dog Has Trouble Getting Up

If your English Cream Golden Retriever struggles to stand up or has trouble getting up after lying down, it's a sign that it's carrying too much weight. This can lead to joint problems and other health issues down the road.

6. Your Dog's Stool Is Soft

When dogs are obese, they often have softer stools due to the extra fat in their diet. This can lead to intestinal issues and other problems.

7. Your Dog's Fur Is Unhealthy

If your English Cream Golden Retriever's fur looks unhealthy, it could be a sign of obesity. Overweight dogs often have dull, dry fur that doesn't look as lustrous as it should.

An English Goldendoodle.
 

If your English Cream Golden Retriever is gaining weight, it may be time to put them on a better diet and exercise program. Contact Powder Mountain Puppies to learn more about our Mini Goldendoodle puppies in California. They also have Bernedoodle puppies for sale, and their breeding stock of F1 Mini Bernedoodle puppies is some of the finest in the country.

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