Dog owners discover three neighbors were secretly feeding their pet through the gate

A family discovered their dog was gaining weight despite controlled portions because three different neighbors were independently feeding it through the gate. The owner, Lívia, found out after observing the routine and speaking with each neighbor separately. Lívia had measured food portions and kept consistent schedules, but the dog's weight rose steadily. She initially suspected a health issue, then witnessed bread and leftovers being passed through the gate. Three neighbors—an older man offering bread, a child giving biscuits, and another providing dinner scraps—were unaware of each other's actions. Lívia consulted a veterinarian, who recommended weight monitoring and gradual adjustments. She posted a polite notice at the gate asking people not to feed the dog, while maintaining neighborly relations. The experience highlighted that controlling indoor portions didn't account for the dog's full environment.