Obie Dog's Journey

Obie Dog's Journey Obie lost 50lbs in one year and has maintained a 54lb weight loss since fall 2013. This perception must change. Thank you, Nora and Obie

Obie is a standard Dachshund who was rescued as an extremely obese dog, at 77 pounds which is almost three times his ideal weight. He was the product of misguided love and over feeding that was not recognized as an issue until it was almost too late. Obie is an extreme example of obesity but 54% of the nation's pets are overweight and so are 2/3 of Americans. The problem is that people are no long

er recognizing what an overweight pet looks like. Some of the common weight-related conditions in dogs and cats include osteoarthritis, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing problems, kidney disease, and shortened life expectancy. Obesity affects all of the body's systems negatively. Obie's 54 pound weight loss success was the product of a simple common-sense approach fostered by a loving environment including two fur brothers and veterinary care. It took almost one year for him to lose the weight safely and was compounded by skin infections and subsequent skin reconstruction surgery. Obie is a fighter and his unique personality has inspired people all over the world. He is bringing awareness to obesity, rescuing, and spay & neuter campaigns. He is a natural around people and has proven to be an effective ambassador. My degree in Animal Science from Colorado State University and 20 years experience as a certified veterinary technician have given me the tools to help him and others. Please contact me if interested in pet care consulting services including, weight loss, surgery rehabilitation, hospice care, or to network animals in need. I feel tremendously blessed to be involved in his rehabilitation and I am amazed at the outpouring of love and support that I have received. Thank you to those who have helped and supported us along the way.

07/16/2025

Wilson insists on being vacuumed now. 🤦‍♀️ It’s hard to get anything done.

Even though Wilson has endless energy and needs to run everyday, he knows I feel crappy and is being a very good boy. D...
07/15/2025

Even though Wilson has endless energy and needs to run everyday, he knows I feel crappy and is being a very good boy. Dog medicine is the best medicine.

I was supposed to run a half marathon but didn’t feel up to it and its 90 degrees so Howard and I just partook in the wi...
07/13/2025

I was supposed to run a half marathon but didn’t feel up to it and its 90 degrees so Howard and I just partook in the wine and then lunch. They said he could be with us if he stayed against the wall, so he stayed on the wall. He was a very comfortable hanging out in the stroller until it filled up with wine😜

07/13/2025

Boys

07/12/2025

I just started taking Wilson out with the bike. He needs so much exercise and this is perfect if I can’t get him river time or if I don’t feel like running. I just have to be vigilant about watching for squirrels 🐿️ and 🦌 .
And, the wagon for Howard is so he doesn’t sit at home and bark the whole time I am gone.

07/12/2025

Howard’s maiden voyage in his new wagon.

Howard’s wagon.
07/12/2025

Howard’s wagon.

07/12/2025

Howard got a wagon!

Truman is ok, he’s just usually downstairs or laying out in the yard. He kind of does his own thing. These two are more ...
07/10/2025

Truman is ok, he’s just usually downstairs or laying out in the yard. He kind of does his own thing. These two are more interested in what I am doing.

Wilson’s morning routine.
07/10/2025

Wilson’s morning routine.

07/09/2025
He prefers a chair at the river beach .
07/07/2025

He prefers a chair at the river beach .

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