Obesity (6)
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Feline Obesity: How to Help Your Cat Slim Down
By Dr. Donna Spector, Nov 28, 2012According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), approximately 55 percent – 47 million — of U.S. cats are overweight or obese. APOP reports that most cat owners do not seem… Full Article ›
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Why Vets Don't Think Fat Cats Are Funny
By Dr. Marty Becker, Apr 17, 2013Though fat cats may be funny in cartoons, in real life the growing number of overweight or obese cats is no laughing matter: It’s a preventable problem with predictable outcomes when it… Full Article ›
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Obesity in Cats
Dec 11, 2011By some estimates, more than half of cats are overweight and 25 percent of cats are obese. As with their human counterparts, cats typically get fat because they eat too much and exercise too… Full Article ›
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Canine Obesity
Dec 11, 2011Hardly a day passes without a news story mentioning America’s obesity epidemic. And what’s true for our people is, sadly, also true for our pets. By some estimates, more than half of… Full Article ›
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Pets and Obesity: What You Need to Know
Aug 29, 2012Just like humans, overweight pets run a high risk of developing illnesses that shorten their lifespan. This guide will help you manage your pet’s weight issues. Recent studies estimate… Full Article ›
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Keeping Your Pet at a Healthy Weight
Aug 29, 2012A roly poly puppy or chubby kitten might look cute, but carrying extra fat can endanger your pet’s health. Here’s how to keep your pet’s weight in check. Full Article ›