She is very lean, as a healthy dog should be. She is in the best shape of her life, and that is saying a lot, for she was a complete mess when I came upon her.
Ribs will be visible on a pit bull-type dog who is at a good weight. Looking at the dog's overall condition (i.e., muscle tone, coat condition, etc.) will tell you all you need to know. A
sharp[/b] intake behind the ribs (Indicating that there is no food in the stomach) and protruding hip bones are things to look for when determining if a dog is underweight. Lack of muscle tone is also an indicator.
Think of the pit bull dog as a marathon runner as opposed to a linebacker; Lean, strong, and capable of going for miles on end