Sentences with phrase «for obesity in our pets»

Unfortunately there is an increasing trend for obesity in our pets.

Weight loss and maintaining a consistent decreased body weight is the primary treatment for obesity in pets.

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«Fat is more important than weight,» says Peter Katzmarzyk, associate executive director for population science at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge, La. «Excessive fatness is the definition of obesity, not excessive weight — and having too much fat can cause serious health problems.»

I've brought out the big guns today with Dr. Peter Lemon who's professor at the school of Kinesiology at Western Univeristy here in Ontario to talk about nutrition for exercise along with intermittent fasting and causes of obesity.

But the Academy has already rendered its most important verdict by denying Peter Jackson a nomination for his exercise in narrative obesity The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.

The grain - free trend in pet food, for example, inspired the introduction of grain - free treats, and like many pet diets on the market today, there are now treats designed and marketed to address particular conditions or concerns, from obesity to joint mobility.

With pet obesity on the rise, consumers are looking for natural treats that are low in fat and calories, as well as offer healthy benefits.

However, annual examinations by the vet will be good for preventive care as some medical conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, and obesity are common in aging pets but can have subtle symptoms.

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However, most breads are not healthy for our pets; they are, at best, empty calories that may contribute to obesity if given in excess.

«With obesity in pets on the rise, it is important for pet owners to factor in not only their dog's food, but also treats,» says researcher Lisa Freeman, a professor of nutrition at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in a statement about the study, which was published in the January 2013 issue of the Canadian Veterinary Journal.

Founded in 2011 to help reduce pet obesity by providing fitness classes for people and their dogs, our services have expanded significantly to include dog obedience (using only positive clicker training methods), dog sports, hiking, annual fund raising events and more!

It concerns me that some veterinarians and many pet owners are seduced by the pseudo-science of manufactured pet foods that have nutraceutical additives that claim medical benefits, as for fur balls in cats, obesity, heart, joint and skin problems, not unlike the health claims made on the packages of main - stream sugar coated cereals and «health» snacks.

In an era where cardiovascular disease and obesity are on the rise in both people and their pets, it is clear that exercising with dogs can benefit humans and animals alike... and I don't know that many dogs who are not willing to go for a walk (but be sure that you talk to your veterinarian before increasing your pet's exercise — because some dogs may not benefit from increased exercisIn an era where cardiovascular disease and obesity are on the rise in both people and their pets, it is clear that exercising with dogs can benefit humans and animals alike... and I don't know that many dogs who are not willing to go for a walk (but be sure that you talk to your veterinarian before increasing your pet's exercise — because some dogs may not benefit from increased exercisin both people and their pets, it is clear that exercising with dogs can benefit humans and animals alike... and I don't know that many dogs who are not willing to go for a walk (but be sure that you talk to your veterinarian before increasing your pet's exercise — because some dogs may not benefit from increased exercise)

Albeit containing simple sugars that are known for causing obesity and diabetes, honey is widely prescribed as universal product helpful in nutrition and treatment — both of humans and their pets.

In a recent survey, conducted by the Association of for Pet Obesity Prevention, as many as 52.5 % of dogs and 58.3 % of cats were found to be obese or overweight by their veterinarians, putting about 80 million pets at increased risk for weight related disorders.

Rabbits need to take in more calories than they are exerting in order to pack on the pounds and since many pet rabbits are unfortunately caged for the majority of their lives, obesity is a common problem when they don't get the exercise they need.

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The survey helps track not only the trends for obesity in cats and dogs but also the views of pet families and veterinarians on pets» weight and key nutritional food issues.

November is Pet Obesity Awareness month; if you are concerned that your pet may be overweight bring them in for an exam, body mass, and weight check!

Around 51 percent of dogs and cats (approximately 89 million pets) in the United States are overweight or obese according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP).

According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention about 54 percent of the pet population in the United States is categorized as overweight!

Nationwide is the first and largest provider of pet health insurance in the U.S., and reports that 1.3 million claims were filed in 2015 for obesity - related conditions including arthritis, bladder / urinary tract infections, diabetes, kidney and liver diseases, asthma, and various forms of pain and immobility.

A new Pet Food Manufacturers» Association report has warned that with a rise in obesity - related claims, some pet insurance firms are considering cutting payouts for fat pets.

With an increase in canine obesity rates, pet owners are in search for healthy alternatives to prepackaged dog treats.

Dr. Christman has lectured throughout the country for Pfizer Animal Health, discussing the importance of treating obesity in pets.

The consequences of obesity for people and pets are very similar, including type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis, heart disease, several forms of cancer and an overall decrease in life expectancy.

Pet ownership has significant health benefits socially and relating to health, in particular with allergies, obesity and cardiovascular disease, so there are definitely benefits of pet ownership for families.

I was going to say one other topic that I'm very passionate about and that I try to talk about it every opportunity I get is for the increase awareness about pets obesity, it's a huge issue in the pet population in North America and pet parents need to be aware about how fat their pet is at an ideal body weight or a little bit overweight and Petcurean offers a body score chart on our website to help pet parents figure out if their dog is at an ideal body weight because really maintaining an ideal body weight is one of the best things pet parents can do to help ensure that their pet lives a long healthy life.

In addition, a healthy diet that adequately nourishes your pet is also key in reducing your pet's risk for obesity, which can also contribute to joint paiIn addition, a healthy diet that adequately nourishes your pet is also key in reducing your pet's risk for obesity, which can also contribute to joint paiin reducing your pet's risk for obesity, which can also contribute to joint pain.

Topics covered in this session will include a review of canine / feline obesity, communicating the value of good nutrition, and how pet food can be profitable for your clinic.

Despite best efforts to get the message out about the negative effects of obesity on pet health, research by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention reveals that the number of obese pets has not budged in the lasobesity on pet health, research by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention reveals that the number of obese pets has not budged in the lasObesity Prevention reveals that the number of obese pets has not budged in the last year.

The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention reported an increased number of overweight pets in the US in 2017.

Obesity is a significant problem in the pet population and puts dogs at risk for serious diseases.

«With obesity in pets on the rise, it is important for pet owners to factor in not only their dog's food, but also treats and table food,» Freeman added.

Potatoes are high in carbs and starch and, for your pet, that can lead to obesity and even heart problems.

Obesity is a significant problem in the pet population and puts cats at risk for serious diseases.

According to a 2012 study by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, obesity in cats and dogs is on the rise, affecting over fifty percent of ouObesity Prevention, obesity in cats and dogs is on the rise, affecting over fifty percent of ouobesity in cats and dogs is on the rise, affecting over fifty percent of our pets.

Obesity in pets is often the result of reduced exercise and overfeeding and is a risk factor for problems such as heart disease.

Survey: U.S. pet obesity rose in 2017 Sixty percent of U.S. cats and 56 percent of U.S. dogs were classified as overweight in 2017, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevobesity rose in 2017 Sixty percent of U.S. cats and 56 percent of U.S. dogs were classified as overweight in 2017, according to the Association for Pet Obesity PrevObesity Prevention.

Wellness CORE formula is free of grains or fillers to ensure a proper nutrition for your cat, free of the unwanted carbohydrates that contribute to obesity and diabetes in pets.

According to Dr. Jean in an article for Only Natural Pet, «The high grain content of many pet foods is a primary contributor to the growing obesity and allergy problems in pets (this does not mean that all grains are bad for dogs and cats).»

How Obesity Impacts Animal Welfare Presented by Ernie Ward, DVM, Association for Pet Obesity Prevention Dr. Ward presents the latest scientific evidence on how obesity negatively affects quality - of - life in companion animals, discuss attitudes about pet nutrition, diet and weight loss, and offer strategies for weight loss and client communication tactics for a variety of commonly encountered clinical sceObesity Impacts Animal Welfare Presented by Ernie Ward, DVM, Association for Pet Obesity Prevention Dr. Ward presents the latest scientific evidence on how obesity negatively affects quality - of - life in companion animals, discuss attitudes about pet nutrition, diet and weight loss, and offer strategies for weight loss and client communication tactics for a variety of commonly encountered clinical sceObesity Prevention Dr. Ward presents the latest scientific evidence on how obesity negatively affects quality - of - life in companion animals, discuss attitudes about pet nutrition, diet and weight loss, and offer strategies for weight loss and client communication tactics for a variety of commonly encountered clinical sceobesity negatively affects quality - of - life in companion animals, discuss attitudes about pet nutrition, diet and weight loss, and offer strategies for weight loss and client communication tactics for a variety of commonly encountered clinical scenarios.

We agree that maintaining healthy weight in important for pet health; in addition to addressing obesity in the exam room as we would with any other health concern, we strive to increase awareness by covering topics like diet, obesity, weight management, ideas for increasing exercise, weight loss, and low calorie treats in our online blog.

I've been a vet for many years and sadly I feel that pet obesity is one of the major issues affecting pet health in the UK.

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It's important for pet guardians to be able to accurately compare the carb levels in different foods, given the rising rate of diabetes in cats, and the increasing problem of obesity in both dogs and cats.

Awareness is the first step in avoiding pet obesity and, if you already have an overweight cat or dog, conversations like this one can help you find solutions for healthy weight loss.

Nationwide pet insurance reported an uptick in claims for obesity - related conditions in 2016.