Excessive drooling has several possible causes. Ingestion of something irritating or toxic may make a dog drool. In some cases dental disease can cause drooling. In other situations an obstruction or foreign body in the mouth or throat might be the culprit. Since all of these could be medical emergencies, excessive drooling should be investigated by your veterinarian to find the cause.
When food is provided free choice an animal may eat more calories than needed and gain weight. Regulating weight gain is best acheived by feeding a weight control diet such as Purina ONE Healthy weight management and exercise. The best way to help a dog lose weight is by measuring the food on a daily basis. A labrador retriever should probably be provided 3-4 cups of food daily to help her lose weight.
Modern veterinary medicine and good nutrition have helped dogs live longer, healthier lives. At eleven years old a dog is now considered senior but may will live another 2-4 years. Regular veterinary check ups, good nutrition, avoiding obesity, and daily exercise contribute to longevity.
It is important to manage growth so that is occurs at a steady rate and that the puppy has the correct nutrition to support bone and muscle development. A Labrador Retreiver puppy will be a large dog and should be on a large breed puppy formula diet such as Purina ONE Large Breed puppy Formula. At 12 weeks the puppy should be offered 3/4's to one and a third cups of food a day spread over 2-3 meals. As the puppy grows, the amount of food provided should increase being careful not to over feed the puppy.
The appropriate diet can help a dog lose weight. Purina ONE Healthy Weight management formula is designed to be a complete and balanced diet and promote weight loss. To help the dog lose weight is it essential that the dog only be provided with the amount of food they need each day. No additional food should be given. Gentle exercise such as a walk can also help the dog lose weight. Initially weight loss will be slow, perhaps only one pound over a month, but with ongoing effort a more optimum weight can be acheived.
