If there’s one thing we can tell you about dogs, it’s that they make for the most affectionate, empathetic pets. The old adage that dogs are “man’s best friend” is definitely still around for a reason. Dogs are fun to play with--they can keep you company while you’re doing mundane things like watching TV, and they help you cuddle the blues away whenever you’re sad.

Advertisements, TV programs, movies, even music videos... they all have ways to drill into us the importance of eating a healthy diet. While we may become preoccupied with our own health, we can sometimes neglect that of our pets, often treating them for being loyal companions but causing obesity and associated health problems. There are many ways in which you can change things regarding your dog’s diet, so here are our top five simple steps.