Ep. 25 - How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight Safely w Georgia Woods-Lee

In this episode of the DAFY Podcast, I sit down with Georgia Woods-Lee to talk about one of the most common but misunderstood problems in dog health: obesity.Many dog owners think of extra weight as just a few extra kilos, but obesity is recognised as a disease and can affect a dog’s mobility, joints, breathing, metabolism, quality of life and long-term health.So… how do you know if your dog is overweight, and what can you actually do about it?In this conversation, we break down:- What overweight and obesity really mean in dogs- Why many owners don’t realise their dog is overweight- Why we have “lost” what normal looks like in many breeds- Why exercise alone is usually not enough- Why feeding guides can be inaccurate- Why treats and extras matter more than many owners think- When a weight loss diet may be needed- How to help dogs lose weight safely- Why health span matters as much as lifespanThis episode isn’t about making dog owners feel guilty.It’s about understanding why weight gain is so easy to miss, why it matters, and how the right changes can transform a dog’s quality of life.Guest: Georgia Wood-LeeBIO: Georgia Wood-Lee is a Registered Veterinary Nurse and Veterinary Technician Specialist in Nutrition.She has worked in veterinary nursing since 2004 and has extensive experience in clinical nutrition, obesity care and weight management. Georgia works at the University of Liverpool, where she specialises in nutrition and obesity care, and is passionate about helping veterinary teams and pet owners have practical, evidence-based conversations about nutrition.Connect with Georgia:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefatvetnurse/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiarvnvts/- BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Practice (book): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nutrition-British-Animal-Veterinary-Association/dp/1913859398🎧 New episodes out every 2 weeks - follow DAFY for expert and science-led dog health and nutrition advice.👩‍🔬 Want evidence-based and expert-led advice on dog health and nutrition?Join the DAFY community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/579588821545585Follow DAFY on:- Instagram: www.instagram.com/dafy_dogadviceforyou/- Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572353507238- TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@dafy_dogadviceforyou- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/dafy-dog-advice-for-you/#dogobesity #dogweightloss #doghealth #dognutrition #caninenutrition #overweightdog #petobesity #dogdiet #veterinarynutrition #dafypodcast