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Canine OA: Why counting calories isn’t just for humans

January 27, 2021

One of the most concerning health trends in the U.S. is the number of overweight dogs, a growing epidemic that has been associated with a dramatic increase in a wide range of health conditions.

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Arthritis, UTIs among top obesity-related pet insurance claims

January 19, 2021

Companion animals are, indeed, getting chunkier, and this is affecting overall pet health.

Ending pet obesity drives academic, corporate collaboration

December 1, 2020

Improving the health of animals by eliminating pet obesity is the primary focus of a significant renovation at the Kansas State University (K-State) College of Veterinary Medicine teaching hospital.

Obesity epidemic swells with pandemic

October 6, 2020

While pudgy pets have been a persistent problem for years, the pandemic certainly hasn’t made things any easier.

Charting puppy growth can avoid plump pooches

September 24, 2020

Sixty-eight percent of dogs that develop obesity by age three have been larger-than-average since puppyhood, research shows.

Pet obesity an epidemic, report says

February 4, 2020

While it is no secret the number of overweight and obese pets is on the rise, a new report from Banfield Pet Hospital suggests we are facing a full-blown epidemic.

Veterinarian nutritional guidance integral to pet health

January 8, 2020

While discussions related to nutrition might sometimes take the back seat during wellness checks, veterinarians should play a proactive role in their patients’ diets, as many owners are blind to their pet’s potential weight problem.

K-State internship focuses on small animal obesity

November 26, 2019

A collaboration between Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Kansas State University (K-State) emphasizes the value of nutrition and weight management for pets.

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