Comments on: Drew Barrymore: Diet and Weight Loss http://ifitandhealthy.com/drew-barrymore-diet-and-weight-loss/ Sun, 21 Mar 2010 21:28:14 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 hourly 1 By: Veterinary Technician http://ifitandhealthy.com/drew-barrymore-diet-and-weight-loss/#comment-122931 Veterinary Technician Wed, 09 Jul 2008 03:17:42 +0000 http://ifitandhealthy.com/drew-barrymore-diet-and-weight-loss/#comment-122931 Before you go ripping into someone about how they take care of their pet, you may want to get a few facts for yourself. There are several reasons dogs may be overweight and although overfeeding is one, hypothyroidism and other glandular issues may contribute. A stressful environment may be another. As for the ignorant comment about "feeding meat" that poses several health risks, not the least of which are vitamin deficiency and/or parasitism. FYI--Slentrol is a kick-start to helping the owner with the dog's weight. It is not magic, nor is it long term. It is not for every dog. But it does help, and is a useful tool in getting a large dog's weight under control. But what do I know? I've only been a vet tech for 12 years! Before you go ripping into someone about how they take care of their pet, you may want to get a few facts for yourself.

There are several reasons dogs may be overweight and although overfeeding is one, hypothyroidism and other glandular issues may contribute. A stressful environment may be another. As for the ignorant comment about “feeding meat” that poses several health risks, not the least of which are vitamin deficiency and/or parasitism.

FYI–Slentrol is a kick-start to helping the owner with the dog’s weight. It is not magic, nor is it long term. It is not for every dog. But it does help, and is a useful tool in getting a large dog’s weight under control.

But what do I know? I’ve only been a vet tech for 12 years!

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