Chubby Dogs

Question 1

Resting Energy Requirement Calculation

Answer 1

RER = 70 x (BWkg ^0.75) kcal/day

Question 2

Ideal BCS for Dogs/Cats

Answer 2

5/9

Question 3

For every 1 point over 5 on the BCS scale, how overweight is the patient?

Answer 3

10%

Example: a dog that is an 8/9 is 30% overweight

Question 4

Calculating target weight in dogs/cats

Answer 4

total body weight - (% overweight x BW)

example: 80 lb dog, 20% overweight (BCS 7/9) -> 8 x 20% = 16 pounds overweight

Ideal/Target weight: 80lbs -16lbs = 64lbs ideal weight

Question 5

dietary needs for patients on a weight loss plan

Answer 5

• high protein (maintain muscle mass0

-high fiber (satiety)

• low fat (very calorie dense)

Question 6

protein requirements for dogs v cats

Answer 6

dogs: 2 grams per kg body weight

cats: 3 grams per kg body weight

Question 7

treats should not make up any more than what portion of the diet?

Answer 7

10%

Question 8

what are some ways to manage food seeking behavior?

Answer 8

• small frequent meals
• high fiber food between meals
• respond to behavior with exercise or play
• puzzle toys

Question 9

monitoring patients on weight loss plans

Answer 9

• weight every 2 weeks and monitor BCS and muscle condition score
• goal: 1-2% loss of BW per week
• continue monitoring even after goal BCS is achieved

Question 10

when to adjust diet plans

Answer 10

1. losing weight too fast (more than 2% loss per week) : increase calories by 10-20%
2. losing weight too slow (less than 1% per week): decreased calories by 20%, ID and address barriers