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Hey forum I have a question and could use some advice.
I have an almost 8 yr old female Golden Retriever who is generally healthy (after getting both hips replaced.) 2 years ago she was put on a drug called Phenobarbital after having 2 seizures. It has worked wonders as she hasn't had a seizure since but unfortunately though shes been packing on the pounds too. One of the side effects is weight gain. Shes been put on a diet for a while now and is being walked and played with almost daily yet I can't seem to get her under 85 lbs. Shes been fluctuating between 88-95lbs. It has me worried because the extra weight can't be good for her hips.
I need some advice. Should I talk to her vet about switching drugs or just exercise her a little more?
I have an almost 8 yr old female Golden Retriever who is generally healthy (after getting both hips replaced.) 2 years ago she was put on a drug called Phenobarbital after having 2 seizures. It has worked wonders as she hasn't had a seizure since but unfortunately though shes been packing on the pounds too. One of the side effects is weight gain. Shes been put on a diet for a while now and is being walked and played with almost daily yet I can't seem to get her under 85 lbs. Shes been fluctuating between 88-95lbs. It has me worried because the extra weight can't be good for her hips.
I need some advice. Should I talk to her vet about switching drugs or just exercise her a little more?