Hi, everyone . . . I am brand new here. Have read some notes and found some valuable info. My question . . .
My housemate has a golden retriever that the vet is recommending thyroid medication for weight loss . . . he is about 15 lbs overweight with a borderline thyroid test. He eats right and we walk him, let him swim and play fetch with him, but he doesn't lose weight. He is about 7 yrs old (a rescue) so there is concern about arthritis and hip joints in goldens.
She has heard horror stories of dogs on thyroid medication . . . and is so reluctant to do it. Yet also wanting to do what is best for Tucker in the long run as far as his joints, etc.
Do any of you have experiences with this that would help her with her decision?
Thanks so much!
Namaste,
Donna in Central IL
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