{"id":20000,"date":"2022-03-25T11:07:30","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:07:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:07:30","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:07:30","slug":"how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I know if my puppy is too skinny?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_puppy_is_too_skinny\" title=\"How do I know if my puppy is too skinny?\">How do I know if my puppy is too skinny?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Why_is_my_puppy_so_skinny_even_though_he_eats\" title=\"Why is my puppy so skinny even though he eats?\">Why is my puppy so skinny even though he eats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_puppy_is_underweight\" title=\"How do I know if my puppy is underweight?\">How do I know if my puppy is underweight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_be_skinny\" title=\"Is it normal for puppies to be skinny?\">Is it normal for puppies to be skinny?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Why_does_my_puppy_look_skinny_even_though_he_eats\" title=\"Why does my puppy look skinny even though he eats?\">Why does my puppy look skinny even though he eats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Should_I_be_able_to_see_my_puppies_ribs\" title=\"Should I be able to see my puppies ribs?\">Should I be able to see my puppies ribs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Why_is_my_puppy_skinny_but_eats_a_lot\" title=\"Why is my puppy skinny but eats a lot?\">Why is my puppy skinny but eats a lot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#How_can_I_fatten_up_my_Skinny_puppy\" title=\"How can I fatten up my Skinny puppy?\">How can I fatten up my Skinny puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Why_is_my_dog_so_skinny_but_eats\" title=\"Why is my dog so skinny but eats?\">Why is my dog so skinny but eats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_puppy_is_underweight\" title=\"What do I do if my puppy is underweight?\">What do I do if my puppy is underweight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#What_does_an_underweight_puppy_look_like\" title=\"What does an underweight puppy look like?\">What does an underweight puppy look like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#How_can_you_tell_a_puppys_ideal_weight\" title=\"How can you tell a puppy&#8217;s ideal weight?\">How can you tell a puppy&#8217;s ideal weight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_puppy_is_too_skinny\" title=\"How do you know if your puppy is too skinny?\">How do you know if your puppy is too skinny?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Are_puppies_naturally_skinny\" title=\"Are puppies naturally skinny?\">Are puppies naturally skinny?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Is_it_normal_to_see_a_puppys_ribs\" title=\"Is it normal to see a puppy&#8217;s ribs?\">Is it normal to see a puppy&#8217;s ribs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Why_is_my_dog_skinny_but_eats\" title=\"Why is my dog skinny but eats?\">Why is my dog skinny but eats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Why_is_my_dog_eating_so_much_but_not_gaining_weight\" title=\"Why is my dog eating so much but not gaining weight?\">Why is my dog eating so much but not gaining weight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#How_do_I_get_my_skinny_puppy_to_gain_weight\" title=\"How do I get my skinny puppy to gain weight?\">How do I get my skinny puppy to gain weight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#How_can_I_fatten_up_my_puppy_fast\" title=\"How can I fatten up my puppy fast?\">How can I fatten up my puppy fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_puppy_is_skinny\" title=\"What do I do if my puppy is skinny?\">What do I do if my puppy is skinny?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Why_does_my_dog_look_so_skinny\" title=\"Why does my dog look so skinny?\">Why does my dog look so skinny?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#How_skinny_is_too_skinny_for_a_dog\" title=\"How skinny is too skinny for a dog?\">How skinny is too skinny for a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#Is_my_dog_just_naturally_skinny\" title=\"Is my dog just naturally skinny?\">Is my dog just naturally skinny?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#What_can_I_give_my_underweight_puppy\" title=\"What can I give my underweight puppy?\">What can I give my underweight puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-know-if-my-puppy-is-too-skinny\/#What_to_do_if_a_puppy_isnt_gaining_weight\" title=\"What to do if a puppy isnt gaining weight?\">What to do if a puppy isnt gaining weight?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_puppy_is_too_skinny\"><\/span>How do I know if my puppy is too skinny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Tell If a Dog Is Too Skinny<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The ribs are clearly visible or feel like they lie just beneath the skin, with no fat layer in between.<\/li>\n<li>The hip bones, shoulder bones and spinal cord are easy to feel beneath the skin.<\/li>\n<li>The bones at the base of the tail are protruding.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_puppy_so_skinny_even_though_he_eats\"><\/span>Why is my puppy so skinny even though he eats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your dog might be eating a lot but doesn&#8217;t seem to gain weight or your dog is refusing to eat. Reasons for being a dog skinny are obvious which include <b>loss of appetite, lack of healthy diet, some medical problem, being thin from shelter, or your dog burns more calories than he intakes<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_puppy_is_underweight\"><\/span>How do I know if my puppy is underweight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Stand your canine chum up and run your hands over their sides. If you can&#8217;t feel their ribs  or if you can&#8217;t feel them very well  there&#8217;s too much fat and you have an overweight dog. <b>If there&#8217;s too much rib, i.e. you can&#8217;t feel much between your dog&#8217;s skin and its ribs, you have an underweight dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_be_skinny\"><\/span>Is it normal for puppies to be skinny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your dog might be eating a lot but doesn&#8217;t seem to gain weight or your dog is refusing to eat. Reasons for being a dog skinny are obvious which include loss of appetite, lack of healthy diet, some medical problem, being thin from shelter, or your dog burns more calories than he intakes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppy_look_skinny_even_though_he_eats\"><\/span>Why does my puppy look skinny even though he eats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Is My Dog Getting So Skinny? <b>Weight loss in dogs is the result of a calorie deficit. This may be caused by high energy demands, poor quality food, or a number of health issues. A sudden weight loss can be caused by many different diseases including dental problems, intestinal parasites, diabetes, and cancer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_be_able_to_see_my_puppies_ribs\"><\/span>Should I be able to see my puppies ribs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You should be able to feel the ribs with a slight covering of muscle over them, but <b>they shouldn&#8217;t be visible, feel like sharp ridges or be poking out. It&#8217;s important to really feel them with your fingertips rather than just looking, as many dogs&#8217; coats will hide the ribs from view.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_puppy_skinny_but_eats_a_lot\"><\/span>Why is my puppy skinny but eats a lot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your dog might be eating a lot but doesn&#8217;t seem to gain weight or your dog is refusing to eat. Reasons for being a dog skinny are obvious which include <b>loss of appetite, lack of healthy diet, some medical problem, being thin from shelter, or your dog burns more calories than he intakes<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_fatten_up_my_Skinny_puppy\"><\/span>How can I fatten up my Skinny puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When a dog becomes too skinny, but is still eating, this means they are <b>usually affected by an intestinal parasite or one which affects the gastrointestinal system. These parasites include: Roundworm: this is a parasitic nematode, usually of the Ascaris genus.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_so_skinny_but_eats\"><\/span>Why is my dog so skinny but eats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Tell If a Dog Is Too Skinny<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The ribs are clearly visible or feel like they lie just beneath the skin, with no fat layer in between.<\/li>\n<li>The hip bones, shoulder bones and spinal cord are easy to feel beneath the skin.<\/li>\n<li>The bones at the base of the tail are protruding.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_puppy_is_underweight\"><\/span>What do I do if my puppy is underweight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>4 Tips for helping your dog gain weight<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Choose a higher calorie food. Select a food that is higher in calories and protein like what you would offer a canine athlete.  <\/li>\n<li>Feed small meals throughout the day or consider free feeding.  <\/li>\n<li>Supplement meals with snacks.  <\/li>\n<li>Use wet or fresh foods.<\/li>\n<p>14 Mar 2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_an_underweight_puppy_look_like\"><\/span>What does an underweight puppy look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Tell If a Dog Is Too Skinny<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The ribs are clearly visible or feel like they lie just beneath the skin, with no fat layer in between.<\/li>\n<li>The hip bones, shoulder bones and spinal cord are easy to feel beneath the skin.<\/li>\n<li>The bones at the base of the tail are protruding.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_a_puppys_ideal_weight\"><\/span>How can you tell a puppy&#8217;s ideal weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You have an underweight dog if <b>their ribs are easily palpated (felt) and may be visible, with no palpable fat covering them. The tops of their lumbar vertebrae are visible, their pelvic bones becoming prominent, and they have a prominent waist.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_your_puppy_is_too_skinny\"><\/span>How do you know if your puppy is too skinny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Tell If a Dog Is Too Skinny<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The ribs are clearly visible or feel like they lie just beneath the skin, with no fat layer in between.<\/li>\n<li>The hip bones, shoulder bones and spinal cord are easy to feel beneath the skin.<\/li>\n<li>The bones at the base of the tail are protruding.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_puppies_naturally_skinny\"><\/span>Are puppies naturally skinny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Bottom Line. Keep in mind that <b>puppies and younger dogs go through growth spurts and may still be growing into their bodies. Conversely, older dogs start to slow down metabolically and physically, so it&#8217;s normal to see a little weight gain as your dog matures.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_to_see_a_puppys_ribs\"><\/span>Is it normal to see a puppy&#8217;s ribs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Visible ribs on a dog are a sign that your dog has little body fat and may suffer from some type of illness. To treat your dog, adjust its diet and have it examined by a veterinarian for signs of a medical condition.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_skinny_but_eats\"><\/span>Why is my dog skinny but eats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Is My Dog Getting So Skinny? <b>Weight loss in dogs is the result of a calorie deficit. This may be caused by high energy demands, poor quality food, or a number of health issues. A sudden weight loss can be caused by many different diseases including dental problems, intestinal parasites, diabetes, and cancer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_eating_so_much_but_not_gaining_weight\"><\/span>Why is my dog eating so much but not gaining weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why is my dog losing weight but still eating? If your dog is still eating but losing weight, it may be a sign of a bigger problem. <b>Your dog is either not eating enough calories to support its lifestyle or your dog may have a digestion or absorption issue<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_skinny_puppy_to_gain_weight\"><\/span>How do I get my skinny puppy to gain weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>High protein and fat foods are great for dogs who need to gain weight. Feeding your dog a diet higher in fat and protein, which will help your dog gain weight steadily over time. Foods high in protein and fat will help your dog healthily put on weight, and you should notice a weight increase in just a couple of weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_fatten_up_my_puppy_fast\"><\/span>How can I fatten up my puppy fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Make a <b>visit to vet: This is the very first step you have to take to kick off the weight gain program for your underweight puppy. You have to make sure that your puppy is not suffering from any serious medical condition which is responsible for being the puppy underweight.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_puppy_is_skinny\"><\/span>What do I do if my puppy is skinny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Underweight pets should be eating foods that are around 30% protein and 20% fat if they&#8217;re eating dry kibble, or 7% protein and 5% fat, or higher, if you&#8217;re feeding a wet food. Intersperse your pet&#8217;s diet with small amounts of high-calorie supplemental canned food or canned products made of 100% meat sources.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_look_so_skinny\"><\/span>Why does my dog look so skinny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>My Dog Is Eating, But Not Gaining Weight  Why? If your dog seems to be eating normally, but they&#8217;re still underweight and not gaining anything, there&#8217;s usually one of two things happening: <b>you aren&#8217;t feeding them enough, or there&#8217;s an underlying issue not letting them gain weight.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_skinny_is_too_skinny_for_a_dog\"><\/span>How skinny is too skinny for a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Causes Of Underweight In Dogs <b>Intestinal and skin parasites are known to suck nutrients out from your dog, leaving him malnourished and underweight. Too much exercise could also lead to failure in gaining weight. If your dog is hyperactive, he could be using too much energy and consuming calories and stored fat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_dog_just_naturally_skinny\"><\/span>Is my dog just naturally skinny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Only if the ribs are visible with no palpable fat is the dog too thin. In particularly severe cases, the ribs, lower back vertebrae, and pelvic bones may be easily visible, with little to no discernible body fat. In those instances, the dog will look like it&#8217;s literally starving, because it is.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_underweight_puppy\"><\/span>What can I give my underweight puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Underweight pets should be eating foods that are around 30% protein and 20% fat if they&#8217;re eating dry kibble, or 7% protein and 5% fat, or higher, if you&#8217;re feeding a wet food. Intersperse your pet&#8217;s diet with small amounts of high-calorie supplemental canned food or canned products made of 100% meat sources.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_a_puppy_isnt_gaining_weight\"><\/span>What to do if a puppy isnt gaining weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You have an underweight dog if <b>their ribs are easily palpated (felt) and may be visible, with no palpable fat covering them. The tops of their lumbar vertebrae are visible, their pelvic bones becoming prominent, and they have a prominent waist.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do I know if my puppy is too skinny?Why is my puppy so skinny even though he eats?How do I know if my puppy is underweight?Is it normal for puppies to be skinny?Why does my puppy look skinny even though he eats?Should I be able to see my puppies ribs?Why is&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-20000","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20000"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20000"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20000\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20000"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20000"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20000"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}