Is your dog overweight?
Is your dog overweight?
According to the PDSA, about half of dogs in the UK are overweight or obese. Excess weight in dogs is often linked to overeating and lack of exercise. Carrying extra weight can put a strain on the joints and may increase the risk of health conditions, like diabetes, and can shorten your dog’s lifespan.
Years dog food is carefully formulated to support healthy weight control using lean proteins, vibrant veggies and healthy fruit while avoiding unnecessary fillers like wheat, soy and corn. Our meals are enriched with fruits and vegetables, natural sources of fibre that promote feelings of fullness, regulate appetite and can support healthy digestion. Years’ balanced approach helps dogs stay trim, active and full of vitality.
Aneesha Ghuman
SQP, Dip.NSAN, CertFN, CertCN
Pet Nutritionist & Registered Animal Medicines Advisor
The Years questionnaire finds out exactly how many calories your dog needs, which is then sent directly to them, so there's less chance of overfeeding as its all measured out for them, unlike kibble where its easy to accidentally pour too much into their bowl. Also you have full control of your account, so can easily decrease the amount sent.
Aneesha Ghuman
SQP, Dip.NSAN, CertFN, CertCN
Pet Nutritionist & Registered Animal Medicines Advisor
Wholesome ingredients to support your dog’s weight
Lean proteins
Vegetables
Fruit
Seeds
Herbs
Botanicals
Personalise your dog's proteins
You can choose from single proteins or multi source protein meals, depending on your dog's dietary requirements and preferences.
Our delicious range of perfectly portioned recipes
Personalised meals for better weight management
Small fluctuations in your dog’s weight can affect how they feel day to day, from tiring halfway through a walk to suddenly not being that bothered about play. That’s why our fresh meals are perfectly portioned to help you maintain your pooch's ideal weight!
Yes, every meal is tailored to give your dog exactly what they need. No more. No less. Just the right amount of calories for their size, lifestyle and goals, without padding things out with empty calories, starchy fillers or unnecessary extras.
Instead, we use wholesome, nutritious ingredients to keep your pup healthy, happy and thriving from the inside.
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All of our meals are completely grain, legume, dairy and soy free
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The % of every ingredient used in our meals is declared
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Our recipes use named, prime cuts of meat
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Personalised meals with breed specific ingredients
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Free from fillers, preservatives, or anything artificial
It’s easy to get started with our weight control dog food
Try Years fresh, wholefood recipes with a personalised 7 day trial from £7, and see the difference the right portions can make to your dog’s weight and energy.
Tell us about your dog
Every question you answer helps us tailor your dogs nutrition
Tailored recipes
Our Veterinary Board Certified algorithm creates your dogs’ recipes
7 day trial pricing
Start with a 7 day trial box from just £7-£9 plus postage
Ongoing deliveries
Choose your next delivery that you will receive after your trial box ends
Stay in control
Cancel, pause or amend your deliveries at any time in your account
How Years compares
This isn’t typical dog food. It’s so much more. Years is a complete health nutrition system, built on wholefoods and personalised for your dog’s unique needs. With 60% prime meats, superfruits, seeds, herbs and vibrant veg, Years supports long-term wellness at every stage of life.
Only Years offers your dog a complete nutrition system with personalised ingredients based on your dog’s life stage and breed. Here’s how Years stacks up against the competition.
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AADF Nutrition Rating Overall nutritional rating on consumer review website Visit AllAboutDogFood.co.uk |
95% | 88% | 43% | 38% |
Declare % of every ingredient Is every ingredient % declared, so you know exactly what you’re feeding? |
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Detail every cut of meat Is every cut of meat detailed, so you know exactly what you’re feeding? |
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Zero legumes. |
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100% grain free |
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Gentle cooking method Classification is based on an average declared cooking temperature threshold of 90°C or below. |
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Store at room temperature |
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Health supplement |
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Breed specific ingredients Years' algorithm analyses your dog's breed, their potential health needs, and selects a formulation to suit - refined further with personalised dosage instructions. |
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Probiotic digestive support |
Years nutrition system includes fresh meals which provide 100% complete nutrition. At Years, we go even further, by including for free, with every meal a Breed Health+ supplement. Different formulas for different breeds, all with added probiotics for digestive support. Comparison table data was obtained, through a review of each brand's official website, conducted on 26 April 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many reasons why a dog may gain weight, like overeating, lack of exercise or feeding calorie-dense foods with little nutritional value. Certain health conditions, like hypothyroidism, can also play a role. Carrying extra weight can put stress on the joints, increase the risk of diabetes and may shorten your dog’s lifespan.
Years dog food is carefully designed with lean proteins, wholefood ingredients and no unnecessary fillers. It can help control weight by promoting satiety and balanced energy. With added psyllium husk powder, a natural source of soluble fibre, it supports appetite regulation and healthy digestion so dogs feel fuller for longer while maintaining energy levels.
If you notice your dog’s weight changing faster than expected, you can easily adjust their portion size in your Years account. Small changes to daily portions can make a big difference over time, helping keep them on track without overcorrecting.
If you’re unsure, it’s always best to make gradual adjustments and monitor how your dog responds over a couple of weeks.
You can find step by step instructions on how to update your dog’s portions here.
Years includes weight-supportive ingredients such as psyllium husk powder to improve satiety, lean proteins to preserve muscle mass and vegetables to provide vitamins and minerals. Its recipes avoid fillers like wheat, soy, peas and corn that add empty calories without nutritional benefit.
Portion sizes are based on your dog’s weight, breed, age, activity level, and whether they need to lose, gain, or maintain weight. From there, meals are tailored to provide the right number of calories for their specific needs, so you’re not guessing or estimating at mealtimes.
We gently steam cook our meals at 78°C. This removes harmful bacteria but keeps the natural vitamins, minerals, and moisture from fresh foods. Our cooking process also means you don’t have to freeze or refrigerate the meals before you open them, so you save space in your fridge and freezer. Just keep your Years meals and supplements in a pantry or cupboard. They will stay fresh for up to 3 months, but always check the expiry date on the label.
Fresh dog food is often better for weight management because it retains more nutrients during cooking and avoids unnecessary additives and fillers. With Years, you know exactly what your dog is eating: fresh, wholefood ingredients with everything needed for complete nutrition. This makes it easier to manage calorie intake while keeping your dogactive, satisfied and as healthy as possible.
You may start to notice small changes in your dog’s energy and movement within the first few weeks. Weight changes tend to happen more gradually, as a steady, controlled approach is the safest and most effective way to manage your dog’s weight long term.
