Our Nulo challenge starts next week, and we've been trying out the web-based tools that will help me track my dogs' progress. I setup profiles for each pet, including starting weight, their ages, and body score. (The tools are free, all you have to do is setup a profile.)
The tools are pretty handy, such as the body score, visual tracking bar. Slide the bar, and the image gets "fatter" until you found where your dog fits in the Body Score range. Here's Tahlula's score, based on what she looks like from the side and above:
Once we start the program, we'll enter activity levels, track weight loss, and our milestones will appear as we gradually approach our weight goal. If you've ever used Weight Watchers online tools, it's surprisingly similar. The only feature I hope to see added is an option to take measurements, instead of weekly weigh ins, simply because it's hard lifting a big fat dog into the car for a weekly vet trip.
We placed our order for the dry foods. We'll be testing out the Lamb & Brown Rice formula (great for sensitive Shepherd tummies) and the Salmon & Brown Rice formula (which includes Tahlula's favorite-Tomatoes!) Because the food ships directly from the warehouse, no sitting on retail store shelves for months at a time. We can even setup an automated shipment, so we'll never run out.
There are wet foods and treats available too, but we're starting off with just one food switch for now. And, don't forget that Nulo offers cat foods too-you can follow the progress of cats like Disco. We'll post the list of all participating pets and their blogs next week.
Disclosure: Nulo has generously provided free product and other benefits in exchange for our participation in the Nu Campaign to fight pet obesity. We are happy to be a part of this awareness campaign, however, all of the opinions about the product are mine and not dictated in any way by the company.
