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Charlie is now doing much better, playing like a normal dog and swimming in the sea. But his story is a reminder that what may seem like a kind gesture—feeding street dogs—can sometimes do more harm than good.Rocky Kanaka, a well-known pet rescue advocate, sums it up best: “Helping street dogs doesn’t just mean feeding them, it means feeding them right. What we see as kindness can unintentionally lead to suffering.”
, recalls how she unknowingly overfed her dog and now regrets it, “I feel like the worst dog mom 😭 my dog needs to loose about 6 pounds because I’ve been accidentally over feeding him. I was going by the chart on the food bag, which I now understand is not accurate. He’s a 3yr old cardigan corgi and excess weight can really hurt their backs and joints and I just feel so bad.”Whether a dog lives in your home or on the streets like Charlie, you must know the signs if you’re overfeeding them. Veterinariandiscusses the following simple ways you can check if your dog is overweight:
Remember, love isn’t about giving more food, it’s about giving the right kind of care.While those extra treats may seem like acts of love, consistently overfeeding your dog can have serious—and sometimes irreversible—health consequences. Here’s what every dog guardian should know, according to
Obesity is one of the most common consequences of overfeeding, occurring when your dog consumes more calories than they burn. Obese dogs are more likely to suffer from fatigue, breathing difficulties, reduced stamina, and a weakened immune system.
Carrying excess weight places additional pressure on your dog’s joints and bones, particularly in larger or older breeds. This can accelerate the onset of arthritis and other degenerative joint conditions. As mobility decreases, your dog may become less active, creating a cycle of weight gain and further joint deterioration.On June 3, McDonald’s
exactly when the Snack Wrap will return to partipating restaurants nationwide: July 10. And, thankfully, it’s not a limited-time offer, either — it’s here for good.The Snack Wrap, which has been off menus for almost a decade, features one of the chain’s new McCrispy Strips — a chicken strip made with all-white meat — and is topped with shredded lettuce and shredded cheese, wrapped in a flour tortilla.
This go-round, the Snack Wrap comes in two flavors: Spicy, which McDonald’s says “brings the heat with a habanero kick” reminiscent of its Spicy McCrispy sandwich; and Ranch, which “delivers a satisfying burst of cool ranch goodness,” according to the brand, along with hints of garlic and onion.Customers can get the Snack Wrap on its own or as a combo meal, which will come with two wraps, a medium fries and your drink of choice.