Taking a bite out of pet obesityAugust 1, 2025Many owners struggle to recognize unhealthy weight in their pets. Fortunately, veterinarians remain the most trusted experts and information source for pet health. Discover strategies to help bridge the gap in client awareness.
SPONSORED CONTENTThe Case for Year-Round Heartworm Prevention and Affordable OptionsVeterinarians are often more than just clinicians - they’re advisors, educators, and, increasingly, financial counselors. In today’s economy, pet owners may hesitate to invest in year-round prevention due to budget constraints; but, skipping even a few months of heartworm protection can have serious consequences. + Learn More
Report: Misinformation, misconceptions can make pet obesity discussions difficultJuly 2, 2025A recent report provides a deep dive into the roles misinformation and misconceptions play in the global pet obesity crisis, with more than a quarter of pet owners surveyed, saying they lack understanding of what a healthy pet weight is.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveBreaking down barriers to the feline veterinary care crisisJuly 2, 2025Veterinarians have reported treatment delays or cessation among cats suffering from major health conditions, with dental issues and obesity being the most common. Additionally, more than one in three veterinarians report that mobility issues and kidney or urinary issues have gone untreated in cats.
Breed-specific obesity risks tied to canine sterilization found in new studyJune 24, 2025A new study reveals that the risk of obesity after sterilization varies by breed and timing of the procedure. Learn about the findings and how it can help offer more personalized approaches to sterilization decisions and weight management.
A closer look at OA supplements—Part 2May 17, 2025In this installment, we will discuss green-lipped mussel, turmeric, undenatured collagen II, CBD products, and a recent literature review of each active nutraceutical.
Impact of misinformation on pet obesity highlighted in recent surveyApril 25, 2025Explore Royal Canin’s latest insights and their efforts to tackle the challenges of healthy pet weight management.
New study uses a supplement to decrease canine muscle lossMarch 27, 2025Check out the findings from a recent study demonstrating the safety and impact of ursolic acid supplementation in skeletal muscle mRNA expression and muscle function in dogs.
A closer look at OA supplements—Part 1March 15, 2025Osteoarthritis (OA) is common in dogs and cats. Often, the practitioner utilizes multimodal approaches to treatment, offering anti-inflammatory medications and dietary supplements. Let's look at some options for your OA patient.
$10M funding bolsters pet nutrition researchMarch 4, 2025The funding aims to support research efforts to advance pet nutrition science and strengthen veterinarians’ role in pet health.
Nutrition for cats: Is it really that different?December 21, 2024Feeding management—the what, when, how, and where food is provided—must meet the needs of both cat and owner. Learn about the nutritional requirements of your feline patients.
