The best dog food for weight loss

A good quality prepared [raw dog food](https://www.bellaandduke.com/dogs/raw-dog-food/) like Bella+Duke is the ideal way to help your overweight dog lose weight. This is because raw food is very low in carbohydrates but the protein quality is high which will make your podgy pooch feel more satisfied between meals.

The important thing to remember when helping your dog to lose weight is that you should feed them for the weight you want them to be, not the weight they are just now. Try reducing their current portion by 10% to start with and wait at least 2 weeks before weighing them again. If they seem to be losing weight then keep going with that until the weight loss plateaus then reduce by another 10%. If this isn’t working and you’d like some extra help with your dog’s weight loss plan you can contact customer care for an appointment with our nutrition advisor or one of our vet nurses. In the meantime, here are some more handy tips [5 tips to help your dog lose weight](https://www.bellaandduke.com/dogs/expert-advice/dog-health/obesity-in-dogs/)

Link to guide: https://www.bellaandduke.com/dogs/expert-advice/dog-health/how-much-should-my-dog-weigh/

You can also book a call with one of our pet feeding experts for more tailored advice on how support your dog lose weight.