I'd take him off the puppy food and put him on adult. Puppy food has more fat and protein, he doesn't need it.
Use his body condition as your guide. If he's feeling pudgy and you have to press to feel his ribs, then cut his food back. If he's looking ribby - feed a little more. I don't put much stock in the amounts given on the packaging. It's often wayyyyyy too much food.
Don't give in to his begging. If he acts like he is starving, keep a can of rinsed canned green beans in the fridge and give him a couple as a snack.
Increase his activity. If running around with your golden isn't doing it - then put a harness on him and go for a brisk walk.
To answer your question, yes - I think many chi's are overweight! They are so small and don't require much food. It's our nature to want to spoil them and make them happy. Sometimes we use food to do that. Instead, try a game of fetch, a brisk walk, just some one on one cuddling on the couch.
Use his body condition as your guide. If he's feeling pudgy and you have to press to feel his ribs, then cut his food back. If he's looking ribby - feed a little more. I don't put much stock in the amounts given on the packaging. It's often wayyyyyy too much food.
Don't give in to his begging. If he acts like he is starving, keep a can of rinsed canned green beans in the fridge and give him a couple as a snack.
Increase his activity. If running around with your golden isn't doing it - then put a harness on him and go for a brisk walk.
To answer your question, yes - I think many chi's are overweight! They are so small and don't require much food. It's our nature to want to spoil them and make them happy. Sometimes we use food to do that. Instead, try a game of fetch, a brisk walk, just some one on one cuddling on the couch.
