American Foxhound's Sad Face When Told She Has To Lose Weight Will Make You Melt
When the doctor suggests a lifestyle change, it's almost always something you don't want to do. Sometimes, the advice is to cut out a food group; sometimes it's to alter your exercise routine. At least you can console yourself with thoughts of the healthier life to come. Juniper the American foxhound can't even do that. Over 11,000 TikTokers have commented on a video showing Juniper's dismay when she learns the vet has put her on a diet. According to Juniper's family, a diet means no third dinner, no "snick-snacks," and no human food. The horror!
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Juniper has a hilarious expression while she listens to the new diet regime rules. She's so adorably sad that someone might cave and give her a biscuit anyway. One commenter joked that Juniper's gaze meant she was daydreaming about banned treats, while someone else said, "I've never seen a dog disassociating before 😂." Juniper's dazed look lasts the entire video, as though she really can't believe what's going on.
Small changes can help your dog lose weight
Juniper's weight problems are common now that dogs are more pets than hunters and defenders. Juniper's ancestors kept trim by tearing after foxes, but she's more likely to chase a ball across a living room. Today's animal lovers need to know exactly how much to feed a dog and how much exercise it needs, or they risk having an overweight pet.
If your dog has already gained too much weight, speak with your veterinarian. Small changes in routine can make a radical difference in your dog's health, but you want to make sure there's nothing more serious going on first. When your dog gets the all-clear from the vet, try introducing healthy habits like scheduling strict eating times, weighing every meal, and limiting snacks. Exercise will help your dog lose weight, too, but only if combined with dietary changes. You could go on miles-long treks with your pup or do something creative, like build a doggy treadmill, if you don't have space to walk.
Of course, some plump pooches aren't trying to lose weight. Check out these chubby puppies living the good life when you need a good laugh.