She had been gone 3 days, but looked like she hadn't eaten well in weeks.
We live in a lard butt society full of lard butt dogs and perception of what is healthy is often skewed pretty badly. A GSP isn't a Lab, and a prime weight young GSP looks skinny. My pointers ribs show at fighting weight and I get comments. Strangely enough the vet rates his body condition as "ideal" at exams, and I can run him 15-20 GPS confirmed miles per day over a multiple day hunting trip. The proof of the pudding is in the eating.
Best of luck with the dog. They need a LOT of exercise, especially when young, but are great dogs if you put in the work.
.....and just spend the money and get a Garmin Alpha. I thought they were expensive too, until my very promising young GSP got killed on a road after I lost her when she jumped some deer and chased them.
