Sentences with phrase «in dogs obesity»

Causes of Obesity in Dogs Obesity is an extremely common problem in pets and, as with humans, it can be detrimental to the health of a dog.

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A total of 263 specific disorder types were recorded in German Shepherds, the most common of which were inflammation of the ear canal (7.89 % of dogs), osteoarthritis (5.54 %), diarrhea (5.24 %), overweight and obesity (5.18 %), and aggression (4.76 %).

The POMC gene in mice and rats, which are more commonly used to study obesity, isn't as similar to our own as dogs» POMC.

This genetic discovery in Labs is important not just for understanding dog obesity, but because it could shed light on human weight as well.

However, having a dog or a horse as a pet ensures that you have to run or walk in some days and these two activities have been found to reduce the risk of obesity in both children and adults.

It is worth repeating; if you eat a non-fiber carbohydrate (sugar or starch), it will raise your blood sugar, as it would your neighbor's blood sugar, and it will raise virtually every person's blood sugar in the world... and every dog's, and every worm's blood sugar... In turn, raising glucose raises insulin and leptin and accelerates the rate of aging, and the symptoms of aging, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, and cancein the world... and every dog's, and every worm's blood sugar... In turn, raising glucose raises insulin and leptin and accelerates the rate of aging, and the symptoms of aging, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, and canceIn turn, raising glucose raises insulin and leptin and accelerates the rate of aging, and the symptoms of aging, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, and cancer.

However in the article to which you refer, the phrase «The researchers measured insulin sensitivity in eight male dogs before and after diet - induced obesity.»

Many dog owners are unaware that, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, close to half the dogs in the USA are considered overweight and 6.7 million of those dogs are designated as clinically obese.

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«Then you also have problems with obesity, bad bones, joint pain and toxins in certain foods that can make dogs sick.»

He cites the Association for Pet Obesity and Prevention, which reports that more than half the dogs in the U.S. are overweight, and one out of five is obese.

With this increase of obesity in the UK, it is of relevance to veterinary surgeons that overweight people are more likely to have overweight dogs.»

«Pet obesity continues to emerge as a leading cause of preventable disease and death in dogs and cats,» said Veterinarian Ernie Ward, lead researcher and founder of the association.

Just over half of all cats and dogs in U.S. households are either overweight or obese, according to a survey from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention.

During this period, I witnessed firsthand (with the 18,000 dogs and cats under my company's care) the silent epidemic of pet obesity and the rapid rise of diabetes in dogs, and particularly in cats.

Feeding your dog rice too often can result in weight gain (which may result in obesity and other health problems) and nutritional deficiencies.

Wheat: Wheat is the number one allergy in dogs and because of its high carbohydrate content, is a contributing factor in canine obesity.

Obesity in dogs is a problem in the United States.

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In order to prevent obesity, dogs should be given portions according to their size and activity level and should not be overfed.

One of the leading causes of obesity in dogs is dry, processed food because it is not species appropriate and a large number of calories are packed into a small volume of kibbles.

According to Dr. Joyce, obesity is a growing problem in dogs, and it's easier to prevent than to fix.

It is important to avoid overfeeding - obesity is becoming an increasingly serious problem in older dogs.

§ Physical health and well - being — approximately 25 - 30 % of the general canine population is obese (see «Obesity In Dogs»).

She added that not only does the pool give owners and dogs quality time together, but swimming is easy on the joints and will help fight obesity in overfed pooches.

McGreevy P.D., Thomson P.C., Pride C., Fawcett A., Grassi T. and Jones B. (2005) Prevalence of obesity in dogs examined by Australian veterinary practices and the risk factors involved.

In America, cat obesity is on the rise, and cats significantly outweigh (no pun intended) dogs when it comes to being overweight.

Obesity hasn't just gone to the dogs, Doc, it's rampant among humans in the U.S., too.

In the US dogs are developing cancer at young ages, have increased levels of allergies, increased levels of hypothyroidism, and a horrible epidemic of obesity.

According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an estimated 54 percent of cats and dogs in the U.S. — about 93 million animals — are considered overweight or obese, according to the association's 2010 figures.

Obesity in dogs is a serious problem.

The exact cause of diabetes in dogs remains unknown, but it is thought that genetics, autoimmune disease, chronic pancreatitis, and obesity can all play a role in its development.

Obesity can be a significant health problem in Portuguese Water Dogs.

A study by the Pet Obesity Prevention Organisation in 2014, found that an estimated 52 % of dogs in the US were overweight or obese.

It has long been recognised that obesity and the resulting possibility of adverse health problems can be a serious welfare issue in dogs.

Continuing to feed a dog the same amount of food with less exercise will inevitably result in obesity, a problem all too common in many dogs today.

In the old dog obesity can be a bigger problem than in the young dog as there may also be concurrent arthritis and organ problems which will be made worsIn the old dog obesity can be a bigger problem than in the young dog as there may also be concurrent arthritis and organ problems which will be made worsin the young dog as there may also be concurrent arthritis and organ problems which will be made worse.

Hypertension, or increased blood pressure, is also directly linked to obesity in dogs.

It just makes sense: Because your dog is utilizing more energy from protein instead of grains, in a highly digestible form, the result is a more energized and slimmer physique — so if your dog is prone toward obesity, which is becoming a more common problem these days, a raw, grain - free diet could help lower those numbers on the scale.

There are several causes of obesity in dogs, and you may need help from your vet to determine which is the cause of your dog's weight problem.

To avoid obesity for example, an older dog must be given the chance and in some cases, encouraged, to exercise in order to maintain mobility and use up energy.

In fact, according to a study conducted by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, about 54 % of dogs are either obese or overweight (though we'd venture to guess that this figure is much higher!).

Additional factors that play a role in a dog's development of HD are: Fast rate of weight gain Obesity (see Pet Obesity: Health Implications, Recognition, and Weight Management) Elevated protein, calcium, and other nutritional factors Traumatic joint injury

In fact, obesity is one of the greatest health concerns facing our dogs; it can cause unnecessary suffering and a shortened lifespan Renowned research scientist Dr. Barry Sears believes that dog food should have about the same 30-30-40 ratio as the human Zone diet.

From a nutritional perspective, it is not high enough in key vitamins and minerals to be worthwhile, and its higher fat and calorie content may only increase your dog's risk of obesity and illness.

Since your Bernese Mountain Dog is big - sized and obesity - prone, keep the fat levels in his diet moderate.

There is another condition we may not always associate with obesity in dogs, and it too can make them quite uncomfortable.

As we know very well, over half of the dogs in America are either overweight or obese, making obesity the No. 1 nutritional disease affecting our four - legged, furry friends.

Obesity is a common nutritional disorder in dogs.

Obesity in puppies and adult dogs is a result of overfeeding; in fact, it's one of the most growing problems in the world.