Does your dog need to lose weight? A good indication is if you can no longer see your dog’s waist when looking at him from above. You can also weigh him on the scale. Weigh yourself to get your weight. Hold your dog and then weigh again. Subtract the two for your dog’s weight. Consult your dog’s breed weight range online or check with your vet to see if your dog is overweight. If the dog is overweight, you can cut down on the amount of food you serve at each meal. You can also start your dog on an exercise regimen or up his current exercise routine a little bit at a time. If you feed your dog treats, cut back on what you feed him, how much and when you feed him. You may need to keep a food journal. Consult with your animal hospital Dale City, VA for more tips.