“Overweight and obese animals are at risk for a number of health conditions, including diabetes mellitus, cardiac and respiratory disease, degenerative joint disease, inflammatory diseases, and neoplasia.”
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New research emphasizes the need for veterinarians and owners to monitor weight fluctuation in cats throughout their lifetime
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New research emphasizes the need for veterinarians and owners to monitor weight fluctuation in cats throughout their lifetime
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Veterinarians should advise clients of how to spot early signs of OA
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Veterinarians should advise clients of how to spot early signs of OA
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Obesity is the biggest threat to equine health
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Over the last eight years, there has been a 24 percent increase in claims related to pet obesity, says pet insurance company Nationwide
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The online resource features some of the veterinary community’s leading nutrition experts
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Treat rewards often serve as a bonding mechanism for owners and their pets
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Preventative measures need to be amplified to curb the rising trend in overweight pets
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On obesity and sterilization in dogs
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Art-and-science strategies to help clients’ pets shed pounds
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Reframe the discussion in personal terms and transfer the focus to the pet’s condition
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In this exclusive three-part series, Ernie Ward, DVM, reviews the main medical reasons why pet obesity is a big problem
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Will the veterinary world soon name obesity a disease for pets?
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