Now is that time of the year again when we start celebrating!
But, all the delicious food and ‘snacks galore’ can lead to weight gain – not just for us, but for our furry family members too. After all, “sharing is caring”! 😊
When AsiaPaws’ physiotherapist, Pamela Fong, is flooded with the quest of ‘can you help my pet lose weight with physio’? we begin by helping you to understand the basics of body weight.
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So, is physio a game changer for your pet’s flab?
Here’s what we need to understand first.
Your pet’s weight consists of:
▪️ Bone weight
▪️ Muscle weight (including organs)
▪️ Body fat
The biggest influence on your pet’s weight is their bone structure, which is determined by genetics. Muscles and body fat are the only key factors in our
control to aim for healthy weight loss.
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So, can Physio Exercises Help Shed Flabby Fat? Absolutely!
Can the right exercises reduce fat while building muscle? Yes, indeed!
Yet here’s the catch: you might not see that number drop on the scale.
Why? Because muscle is denser and heavier than fat.
While reducing body fat is an excellent goal for health,
it doesn’t always reflect on the scale.
This leads us to an important truth:
the number on the scale isn’t the ultimate measure of a healthy body.
While Pamela’s physio exercises can significantly enhance your pet’s mobility and overall well-being, her expertise may not provide for you the immediate satisfaction of “losing pounds.”
Healthy weight loss is a holistic journey, influenced by your pet’s overall health, from cardiovascular fitness to joint stability.
And this is why a professional physiotherapist always tailors your pet’s exercise program based on a veterinarian’s health assessment, ensuring your pet’s heart’s safety and that your pet is pain free.
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For a holistic evaluation of your furkids’ health and wellbeing, come and see me!
But first, let’s take time to continue celebrating!🎊🪔
Happy Deepavali to everyone who celebrates the Festival of Lights.
Enjoy the festivities with your human and furry family!
