Body condition chart

Our Body Condition Chart is a simple way for you to check if your dog is at an ideal, healthy weight or whether you need to slightly reduce or increase the amount they’re fed everyday.

  • Underweight

    Rib and bones are highly visible and seem to stick out when viewed from above.

  • Ideal

    The ribs can be just seen and felt. The tummy has an upward tuck when seen side on. There’s a visible waistline from above.

  • Overweight

    No waist visible when vieved from above and the stomach is rounded when viewed side on.