Dog Body Condition Score: Reading the WSAVA 9-Point Scale
Dog Body Condition Score: Reading the WSAVA 9-Point Scale
The WSAVA 9-point body condition score, explained: feel the ribs, look for a waist and a belly tuck. Ideal is 4 to 5; each point over is about 10% extra.
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6 min read·June 4, 2026