🐾 Portion Control and Pet Love
Am I feeding my pet the right amount, or am I accidentally overfeeding? Introduction 🦴 If loving your pet were measured in scoops, many animals would be champions of excess. Extra treats. Slightly heaped bowls. That “just one more” because they looked at you like you’re the only good thing left in the world. Overfeeding rarely starts with neglect. It starts with affection. Most pet owners don’t realize they’re overfeeding until weight creeps on, energy dips, or the vet gently clears their throat and says something that lands heavier than expected. Feeding feels simple, but it’s one of the most misunderstood parts of pet care. This article clears the fog. It explains how portion needs really work, why packaging often misleads, how to read your pet’s body instead of just the bowl, and how to feed with confidence instead of guilt. Why Overfeeding Is So Common 🧠 Food equals love in the human brain. For pets, food equals survival, comfort, and excitement. That combination is powerfu...