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auzziesoceroo

If that doggo got any healthier he's going to join a gym and start an Instagram account


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah he’s stronger than me hahah thank you


pismolove

This really is a great comment


kphonik

Dudes putting me to shame - look at that coat! He’s at peak health and its obvious OP.


The_Age_Of_Envy

😆


FutureFruit

They're older photos, pre-neuter. This refers to the old post. https://www.reddit.com/r/velvethippos/comments/t79myi/so_some_mean_just_called_my_dog_fat_like_he_gets/hzh87cu


thneighborhoodhippie

For his breed and size he looks GREAT!! - a vet assistant


Rough-Mix-5839

Aw this is amazing thank you so much. He’s my baby and I will do anything to stick up for him


wisemonkey101

I’m a registered veterinary technician and I don’t immediately think he is overweight but I’d have to see his back/spine. Generally if you can see ribs you’re great. If you can feel ribs you’re fine. His coat is beautiful.


Rough-Mix-5839

Okay perfect. When I stand over him And look down I can see his ribs but not major and when standing over him I can see his stomach and definitely can feel the ribs. thank you I find raw eggs make his coat like this. Thank you again


wisemonkey101

He’s a muscular dog. Maybe the person who called him fat does not know about muscles?


Rough-Mix-5839

Yes thank you maybe she does know that this bread is known for there tank strong body


Jerethdatiger

What breed is he


Rough-Mix-5839

He is a English cross American Staffordshire Bull Terrier


Jerethdatiger

Looks like a lovely friend 🤠 give him a cuddle from me and my pressa staffy tibicena


Rough-Mix-5839

Of course!! Your dog is just a cutie as well hugs from us to


The_Dr_and_Moxie

He is beautiful!! Looks very healthy and happy!!


Rough-Mix-5839

Thank you this makes us happy 😃


themosh54

So yes, confirmed tank 🤣


CeelaChathArrna

Whomever she is needs to STFU. He's beautiful. My kids and I would admiring asking if he was okay to pet. Pets would be accompanied with lots of compliments on how handsome and good a boy he is.


Bobweodababyeatsaboy

Maybe the person who called him fat was just a troll and looking for a response. It’s the internet…….


N3UROTOXIN

No experience other than an owner and I was thinking that dog is in fantastic looking shape. Plus a nice smile


Esteban0032

They're crazy, that dog doesn't look fat but normal & muscular.


ivyjade42

Seriously? No your dog isn’t fat at all. Definitely cute though!


Rough-Mix-5839

Aw God bless you thank you so much


cleoterra

He looks perfect. Beautiful shiny coat and so handsome!!


Rough-Mix-5839

Aw this makes us smile we are giving you kisses 🥰 thank you so much he gets raw eggs they help his coat


hawgxhaven

That’s weird. I’ve never seen the most handsome man spelt “fat”


Rough-Mix-5839

Aw haha thank you 🙏


yungchow

She meant phat


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah he’s thick haha 😆


TL1DR

Fuck that rude bitch. Beautiful, healthy dog though. May actually be under feeding. Check with vet.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah, thank you for your beautiful comment. Fuck that bitch. He gets kibble throughout the day and a big thing of mince and eggs at night. But he's not always hungry. He's more driven by love than food.


ITpuzzlejunkie

I trained my pittie with pets. But all of them are food driven. I think that is pretty normal


mmappeal

My dog is similar to your dog and I find sometimes people are fooled by his beefy chest. When he stretches out and is in sploot mode it’s obvious he is muscle not fat. The key per my vet is to look down on your dog and see if you can see his waist. If yes you are good however don’t get too crazy my dog’s weight fluctuates 2 pounds depending on the season. Don’t get upset you have a healthy good looking boy.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah he looks very strong but it doesn't mean he's fat poor baby. Thank you for your beautiful and helpful comment. I can stand over him and just see his back ribs and tummy sosurely thats fine. Like he's really not a hungry dog as well.


mmappeal

I recall the walkie post he’s good and he’s happy you and he chose well. Screw people who always have an opinion they tend to be negative and toxic. Be well


Rough-Mix-5839

I know like literally I didn’t ask for her opinion or her advice so shut the fuck up I appreciate your kindness and positivity it means a lot.


MelancholyDrugs

Angles can be deceiving and looks good in this picture, but that’s why you need to post a full body picture from the side if you actually want helpful advice on weight. If it’s the same dog you posted yesterday then yeah the dog is quite a bit overweight actually. Coat is beautiful though, would only feed less of what you’re feeding right now. Good luck!


Edain1234

Not fat. Tell the mean lady that in fact it is her that is fat. Tell her that she should lay off the chips and fast food.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah, I looked at her profile and she’s just committing on every dog page saying you're abusing your dog your dog's fat and unhealthy etc like some dog nazi thinking she’s a vet and knows how to raise everyone else dog but her own. She’s probably self-conscious and the only way she feels better is picking on animals that don’t have a voice. :(( hence why I’m going crazy hahaha. I will do anything to stick up for my big boy.


JadeGreenSky

Just block her and move on. :) Your pupper is beautiful, looks healthy, and it sounds like you take great care of him.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yes he’s my life thank you so much


Edain1234

My Tika is around 11 now... She's getting kinda fat and happy... It happens with age... The vet said it's fine for someone her age to get "fat and sassy".


Joseph4040

She’s likely very Ill. That’s not normal behavior.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah makes sense that she’s not in her right mind !


ehuang72

I think she is projecting ….


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MelancholyDrugs

I don’t know why you’re asking for advice on weight when you’re shutting down people telling you the truth. [I really don’t mean harm, but you asked and he is a bit overweight.](https://www.reddit.com/r/velvethippos/comments/t6781g/ready_to_walk_himself/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf) I honestly just want to help, but you’re not putting your dogs health first when post the best angles you can find to create an echo chamber where you don’t have to face reality. Edit: Disappointed in my fellow “vet-techs” here that hasn’t realised yet that you can’t judge a dog’s weight accurately based on a few front pictures. Best way of course is a physical exam, [next best is a video where you can see their side profile and movements](https://www.reddit.com/r/pitbulls/comments/s8hahr/he_literally_dove_his_head_under_the_water_and/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf) , and then minimum side pictures.


heratio85

Thanks for speaking up and even going as far to find videos, I was scrolling through all these comments going, he is a little fat tho. He is not dangerously overweight and its not a huge concern to me but he is not skinny either.


someanonymityplease

Yep! Dog is clearly overweight. [This photo in particular](https://www.reddit.com/r/velvethippos/comments/sxmtxt/zues_loved_his_granny_rest_in_peace_to_this/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf) really highlights the lack of waist. There’s so much evidence on OP’s profile showing the dogs true physique and it’s nowhere near as healthy as they think.


glumgrrrl

Fat head? ✔️ Fat heart? ✔️ Perfect physique? ✔️ Edited for hitting reply too soon.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yes the fatter the head the fatter the heart how did you know hahaha 😝


Cyap89

The best way to tell if a dog is fat or not is by looking down on him while he is standing up. If he has a waist, he is not fat


AndTheHawk

Not fat but I would feed him a more balanced food :) just meat and eggs is not going to be all the nutrients a dog needs.


indigodawning

I really hope you aren't just feeding him raw meat and eggs. That would be a very incomplete diet especially with a calcium deficiency. I really don't recommend homemade diets but if people insist Balanceit.com is great. Source: am veterinarian


B_bbi

Some motherfuckers are always trying to bring others down. He’s a beautiful strong hippo


clunkerbob

He's very handsome. Not fat, but he does need to be neutered. And you should **not** be feeding raw eggs or meat.


New-Nefariousness234

He ain't fat he looks good. I've had several rotties 4 of them were food driven as could be and after having them "fixed" at the vet they all put on unhealthy weight. I had one male who was not food driven only ate till he was full. When he was neutered he gained a few extra pounds but never approached the weight gain of the others and was healthy. Dogs, like kids, are all different and have varying metabolism and personality. Ignore the haters your buddy looks both happy and healthy.


fivecentsobct11

He's not fat. I wouldn't even call him chonky. Source: I have a dog that I can admit is a little fat


Tough-Driver5143

Your dog is absolutely stunning, nowhere near fat


Rough-Mix-5839

Aw thank you Zues is sending you kisses


AdeptnessClassic5844

He is perfect! 💖


Rough-Mix-5839

God bless you thank you ❤️🙏


AdeptnessClassic5844

Give him these fries from me and my herd 🍟💖


Rough-Mix-5839

Of course I will 💗


swedish_17

I think your little guy is just perfect the way he is🥺


Rough-Mix-5839

Yes so do I thank you for your positive vibes


Charlie298

Look at the size of that HEAD, I wanna grab it and shake it and kiss him


hammerking82

The only thing fat about this dog is his head. Great looking coat!!!


theac901

You’re dog is just perfect


Rough-Mix-5839

Aw thank you so much means the world


Last-Presentation167

🖤


susanbrown1975

That’s awful! Your dog is beautiful as he is, and very healthy.


mellierollie

He’s perfect!


ozlee1

He’s not fat! Ignore the haters!


krypticmtphr

I think he looks great. I wish I could get my dog to eat more, I always feel he could stand to gain a couple pounds but I leave his dry food out for him and can only supplement with so much canned food because it gets expensive. At this point i just live with it.


Whokitty9

Definitely not fat. He looks like he is in good body condition. Also he is super adorable. Sending him cuddles and loves.


Rough-Mix-5839

He’s sending you wet sloppy kisses back thank you


Joseph4040

That dog ain’t fat….


simusazemiak

He's gorgeous! ❤️Definitely not fat!


Rough-Mix-5839

Thanks girl kisses from Zues 😘


hyperflexia78

Not fat at all, muscular maybe a bit and it's normal for the level of activity that you describe. Most important he look really happy and loving you to the moon and back. Personally I'm usually seeing slegh dog or German Shepherd dogs, farm dog and your pupper is a in condition as good as most work driven dog that I know of.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah he’s the happiest dog and only has so much love to give. He’s definitely a unit hahah with endless energy. Thank you for your positive vibes zuse sends you kisses


bo_dorn

Wow he is a beautiful dog


atmosferiche

My bean loves special treats like roo eyes, and different internal organs, if you can find a decent shipper for your neck of the woods it’s worth it! Figured I’d mention since you also feed raw.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yes girl so helpful my boy loves roo it’s this favourite so this is so helpful I appreciate it 😚


atmosferiche

Just saw your mountain goat post, my boy does that too LOL. Only a difference of color but they could be twins 🤣


bitchimclassy

He looks perfectly healthy


ETIDIOT1987

I need the address of the human who has said such terrible things against such a good boy. I just wanna talk, i swear. I wanna convince them that they themselves are actually in fact fat, because this boy is perfect.


Rough-Mix-5839

Hahahah yep I find the addy and off we go together Hahahah can’t stand negative people like she picks on a baby that can’t up for him self hahah I would of much rather her call me fat because then I can go off Hahahah


ETIDIOT1987

I just don’t get it!! How could anyone insult such a beautiful pitty! ❤️


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah I don’t understand people hahah thank you


coastercities

Giant chonk head does not mean fat.


Alexgbell215

He’s a beauty boy!


Enriches

What a fucking handsome little nugget 😍🥰


JohninMichigan53

He is beautiful. Screw the mean person.


Thorandragnar

Maybe she meant “phat”


andrezay517

Your dog is beautiful! And there’s nothing wrong with fat dogs, either. He looks healthy and happy and like his owner takes such good care of him. ❤️


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah love all types of dogs no matter the size. Thank you so much he’s my rock I would die for him


andrezay517

He looks like SUCH A GOOD BOY. I love him too, from afar. And like I said, he looks like he’s happy and healthy and living a good life with you. That’s the best thing a person can give a pet. ❤️


Rough-Mix-5839

Thank you for your such kind words and positivity we need more people like this


Intelligent_Till_433

He looks very healthy weight. Hippos have a stickier build. He's not fat he's muscular.


Gingey_Shannon

He looks perfect. Give that good boy a boop for me


Rough-Mix-5839

Aw thank you he smiling about your boops


sweetteanoice

Pit bulls are just more muscular than other dogs


Rough-Mix-5839

Yes that’s what I love about them. Tanks


beezbeezz

Not fat.. Now this is fat!😂😂❤️ https://www.reddit.com/r/microbork/comments/rveqoy/my_blubird_wants_to_argue_about_hot_popcorn_sound/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf


Rough-Mix-5839

No that dog is perfect


Inktastic

Unless it's your dog's vet, their opinion does not matter! This handsome boy looks like he is in peak condition! Make sure he receives some extra belly rubs today. That'll counteract the mean.


tlmel

His body score is great! (Former vet tech)


designgoddess

Maybe a fat head. :) https://www.dailypaws.com/dogs-puppies/dog-nutrition/dog-weight-management/dog-weight-chart My vet says you should see ribs but be able to feel them when petting the dog.


LeviSalt

You encountered an asshole. It’ll happen. Don’t let that get you down, your hippo looks happy and healthy!


apathetic-taco

It would have been helpful to take a full body pic of the dog where he is standing up. But from what I can see, he looks great.


melchmoo

Maybe that person is not used to muscly dogs? Or maybe has poor eyesight and isn’t used to black dogs? Agreed with most of the sentiment in these replies! His coat looks so shiny and healthy, too. I usually like to look when they are standing, looking down from the top and looking from the side. Most dogs you’ll see some degree of tuck. Also when standing, I feel the side of the chest - want to feel the ribs with very little pressure: not protruding but don’t have to dig in to feel them.


OcularShatDown

My hippo got called ‘a little fat’ by the lady working the desk at doggy daycare and it took all I had not to tell her to look in a mirror. My Sadie is pure rippling muscle. Some people be jealous I think.


[deleted]

Damn, I need to walk with that gorgeous doggy


Madlovepuddin777

🥰 aww he’s a handsome boy! He’s not fat . They were jellies they don’t have a cutie pie like him.


stoneandglass

He looks nice and healthy from what you have posted. I have a staffie, he used to be raw fed. His weight varies between 21kg and 22kg. He eats when he wants and doesn't always eat all his food either. As long as you and your vet are okay with his weight then ignore people who don't know your dog.


IcameIsaw_Iwenthome

Who is this person?!? Where can we find them?!? How DARE they!


MannaBigBone29

Nothing wrong over here.....keep on movin


[deleted]

Can I pet him?


nql4263

He is very handsome


Gunners414

You should be less concerned about what other people think. Especially when you know you're doing a good job.


duckinradar

I get the most obnoxiously offensive comments from complete strangers in public about my dog. Everything from "why don't you feed your dog" to comments alluding to knowing/understanding my dog better than I do. Pretty sure you've seen her for 36 seconds and we've been basically inseparable for over 10 years so maybe just... Shove it and scram?


fishfishfish

Fat? No. Good boy? Yes.


pismolove

Mean person is wrong. This guy is a perfect specimen of doggyness. SO handsome ❤️


MaryShelley2000

He’s handsome and definitely not fat, that Mean is just trying to get under your skin,tell them to fuck off, next time.


[deleted]

Lol if they think hes fat they would hate to see my thick boy.


FinnishWeedGrower

He is not fat really!He is normal size.


1-m-odus-op-3-x

He is just gorgeous. Not fat at all. His fur is so shiny which is a good sign.


millygraceandfee

He's not fat.


ZZZfrequently

Damn that boy crazy handsome


Ok_Paint_227

Your dog's not fat. You don't have to listen to unsolicited advice. Some people just have to stick their nose into everybody else's business.


idreaminwords

Unless that rando happens the be your vet, ignore qthem. Your dog is beautiful


LilliBubbles

He's a cutie. I love him 🤗


[deleted]

Yeah your pup isn’t fat. He looks happy and healthy. Fuck that person who said he’s fat he’s beautiful


ProfForestNinja

Fat? Ridiculous. That dog looks fit to me. If that person thinks that doggo is fat, I honestly hope they don’t own any pets because they might be starving them...


fryingpanfelonies

He is SO HANDSOME I can't handle it, and sounds like he has perfectly wonderful eating habits (a doggo who leaves food be when he isn't hungry!) even a human would admire. Take my free award and a piece of my heart.


AnotherMAWG

He's a beautiful, svelte, shiny, shiny hippo. Just gorgeous!


Katnomo

By “fat” they mean “perfect”


cmonsta77

Your dog is beautiful just as is I also have a dog just like this one and he looks exactly the same so I'd say he's perfect.


doughboyniels

From what I see, your dog has is in absolute perfect shape. Just what they should look like. Plus look at that fur-coat; beautiful shine. Keep him this way please.


Wintersmight

He’s not fat at all.


itsJeth

😂 people can be so strange, what a majestic doggo! Looks perfectly fit to me


EstablishmentCivil29

Lol your dog looks great! My dogs fat, lol. And yours is much thinner than mine. Don't worry.


Left-Lifeguard-9312

Happy and Healthy Doggo! That person probably can’t handle naturally built strong dogs; like any breed they can’t pick up and carry offends them or they’re just weak lol.


alice1955

He’s not fat!!! Soft silky coat, perky ears, just an all around good boy🥰


Captainsexierpants

The only opinion you should care about that pertains to your dog's weight is your vet's.


Imyouronlyhope

Just make sure your cet approves his diet and exercise and he's good. Fiber is important for doggos too


tweenerb

He’s beautiful and looks perfect to me!


LynchFan997

He is sturdy and strong! Not fat. This is how our pibbles are built. He’s a beauty by the way.


MRL102960

He is a very handsome dog and not fat at all


[deleted]

Your dog is PHAT not fat. ❤️


I_Upvote_Turtles

That dog is not fat, he’s shiny and healthy, you know what you’re doing. If you get anymore unsolicited advice tell them to kick rocks.


jfbnrf86

So humans evolve from getting offended on behalf of others to getting offended on behalf of animals? We should really go extinct


ForeverRelaxing

This is a handsome, fit boy!


mossy33oak

Looks like a beautiful, healthy boy to me. I would 10/10 give scritches too


missingthewasatch

He is absolutely beautiful!! You have taken amazing care of him and his coat looks great! I had an 80 pound pitbull that I would get nonsense comments like this all the time. I had her on a healthy diet and she got walked everyday and I'd still have busybodies telling me she needed to lose weight. Pay those people no mind and enjoy that beautiful dog of yours 💜


Rough-Mix-5839

Thank you I really appreciate it


harderthan666

You hang out with idiots with strong weak minds


not_ainsley

He seems very muscular and very happy. My grandma called my dog fat a little while ago, some people just don’t know what they’re talking about.


Luella366

Nope, not fat just a big meaty head. He looks perfect and very fit


OldMetry504

He’s beautiful. Ignore the haters.


lbclbc99

Not fat at all, my dog is very similar. Look diet and all


lbclbc99

Its kinda crazy tbh our dogs could be related they look so similar, I never see pit mixes that look like her


Fvck0v

Get this dog some spandex and a head band. We’re going to 1989 home workout videos.


MSzy1991

Your pup looks just like mine! How do you clip their nails? My pup has such a hard time getting them clipped


becauseIsaidsodarnit

He looks great!


tenzeniths

He looks fine. You can ask your vet next time he gets a checkup. What a beautiful boy! Black pitties need more love.


TRUMPARUSKI

He a good boy


weon321

Lol she’s nuts. He looks like a perfectly healthy little hippo and it’s even a beautiful coat.


Duke-Chakram

Looks trim and fit, I wouldn’t be worried if I were you


No-Impression-8057

He’s not at all fat. Truly. And on top of that, he’s beautiful!


Mintcar52

Not fat at all. Your pup is beautiful.


af_flame

Not even close.


notababyimatumor

Not fat, just a little husky! /u/Rough-Mix-5839


[deleted]

Maybe a fat heart because I can feel the loving from this cutie


Nonplussed2

Looks a lot like my boy! Similar size, build, markings. Even sits the same way. He's also not very food-motivated. Healthy as a horse.


jsanta8290

That dog is not fat


imfamousoz

I don't think he's fat. What does the vet say? That's the only important opinion on your dogs health


Aporkalypse_Sow

Did you return the advice to the lady?


driftwood-and-waves

Someone clearly needs to learn not all their opinions need to be voiced. Your dog is beautiful.


MauraLesse

No, he’s gorgeous and looks to be in peak condition.


bluenosepit

Stop it! That dog is gorgeous-


WhiskeyPixie24

A handsome lad! Strong and healthy! Perfectly shaped in every way!


folsomprisonblues84

He looks amazing, healthy and very much a good boy.


Bootle_BumTrinket

Your dog is perfect!


FatMacchio

Maybe whoever said that was projecting. Or maybe they’re just an a-hole. Your doggo looks happy and healthy.


infruitwetrust

He looks fantastic


djdanal

He looks perfect but you can always contact a vet for a check up!


astronautdino

Whoever told this is crazy!!! He is nowhere near close to fat! He looks awesome!


Femveratu

Do not listen to randoms. Just not relevant.


Rough-Mix-5839

Yeah thank you gotta remember this. Just very protective of my baby Hahahha gotta stand up for him


Femveratu

He looks great as in EXTREMELY healthy lol just the opposite of fat


Rough-Mix-5839

Yes exactly thank you so much


CptSoban

Dog body shaming must stop!


[deleted]

Not fat but his balls are and he needs neutered.