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Pet Nutrition & Wellness Advisor Training
Pet Nutrition & Wellness Advisor Training Weight Management and Body Condition Weight Management: Field Application The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) sets the real, actual standard…
Field Scenario
A customer mentions their dog has gained a noticeable amount of weight quickly over the past few weeks, without any change in diet or exercise.
What You Actually Recommend
- Recognize sudden, unexplained weight change as a signal that may warrant veterinary attention, not just a diet adjustment
- Recommend the customer discuss this specific pattern with their veterinarian
- Distinguish this from a gradual weight change more clearly related to diet and activity level
- Offer general weight management product information as appropriate, while flagging the sudden change specifically
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