As we head into the cooler months, you may find yourself spending less time outside with your dog, and consequently your dog is not getting the same amount or structure of interaction and exercise that he may be accustomed to. When Fall and Winter set in, humans are sometimes prone to a more sedentary lifestyle due to the weather, and so we may find ourselves putting on a bit of winter weight if we don’t adjust our routines accordingly. The same can be said for canines, and as their caregivers and companions it is up to us to ensure that our dogs’ health and fitness does not suffer in the face of the changing seasons. So, as we have heard many times from our own physicians, we need to appropriately control the two main contributors to a healthy weight for our pets… you guessed them- Diet and Exercise.