Published: 5 March, 2008, 14:49
Edited: 5 March, 2008, 14:49
With winter on its way out, many people have started thinking about getting back in shape. Yet humans are not the only ones who need to look and feel good. Research shows obesity in dogs may cause serious health problems and now a pet parlour in the Russi
Tyson has been diligently working out for the last three months.
His owner Oksana says not only has her American bulldog lost weight, but also visibly increased muscle mass.
Parading around in a swimsuit is not Tyson's worry – he's preparing for a dog show. But these shows are far stricter when it comes to physical appearance than similar events for humans.
For Tyson's 15 minutes on a treadmill Oksana pays about 225 roubles – just under $ US 10.
Grooming costs run even higher, especially when it comes to having your dog’s hair washed and conditioned several times with special shampoos and lotions, not to mention a massage and the hours under the dryer.