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7 Popular Excuses Vets Get From Pet Owners

By Dr. Patty Khuly | April 18, 2

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You may be surprised (or not) to hear how often pet owners make excuses for their pets — and themselves. Here are seven of my favorites.

1. She’s Not Fat!

It’s just fur. She’s a solid dog. The breed is supposed to look that way. Her coat just makes it look like she’s carrying a few extra pounds. She’s big boned and beefy by nature. She just ate and always looks bloated afterward.
None of these excuses tends to work on me. Sorry. Still, if you want to euphemize by calling her Rubenesque, that’s OK with me. But let’s be clear on what shape of woman Rubens was extra fond of.Read on...