Practice Scenario
Get to know MOLLY
A 6-year-old, spayed female Labrador Retriever
- Molly presents for routine physical examination and vaccinations.
- Molly eats “a scoop” of dry adult dog food twice daily. The owners give Molly “a handful” of treats every day and, occasionally, table scraps.
- Molly has a body condition score of 8/9, weighs 35 kg (77 pounds), and has normal muscle mass.
- She appears otherwise healthy and is bright and alert on exam.
Nutritional & Clinical Assessments
How to Perform a Body Condition Assessment - Dog
Assess a dog's Body Condition Score in just 3 simple steps.
Related Tools and Content:
The Purina Body Condition System
The Purina Body Condition System is an easy and practical tool for assessing a pet's body composition.
1 min to 5 min
How to Perform a Body Condition Assessment - Cat
Assess a cat's Body Condition Score in just 3 simple steps.
1 min to 5 min
To Share With Pet Owner:
Evaluating Your Dog’s Body Condition
Assess your dog's Body Condition in just 3 simple steps.
1 min to 5 min
Canine Body Condition System Sheet
A visual aid to the Purina Body Condition Score System for dogs.
1 min to 5 min