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«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.

«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.

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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.

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)

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.

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.

Just over half of all cats and dogs in US households are either overweight or obese, reports the APOP 2009 National Pet Obesity Awareness Day Study, and the reasons our pets are packing on the pounds aren't that different from the reasons their owners are.

While obesity in pets is a genuine concern in this country, the only real benefit trackers like the WonderWoof appear to supply is information on what pets are or are not doing when you're not around.

She has a special interest in educating clients on the behavior issues of indoor cats and obesity in pets.

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.

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.

Funded by a two - year grant from the Human - Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), faculty from the University of Georgia's College of Public Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Family and Consumer Science and the Obesity Initiative are collaborating on a new research project to examine the impact of pet companionship on mental and emotional health in older adults living alone.

On the other hand, currently published data suggests that in some breeds, spayed and neutered pets have an increased risk of other types of cancer, as well as of obesity.

Marc regularly visits local schools to teach pupils about looking after animals, and often appears on radio, online, and social media raising awareness of important UK and global animal welfare issues, from pet obesity and fireworks night, to tick awareness and keeping wild animals in captivity.

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Lilly's companion - animal division is testing molecules from its vast library of compounds to treat obesity and other conditions in pets, a process they hope will produce some returns on the original investment in those molecules.

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.

Dr. Kate Knutson was interviewed on Fox 9 in May about pet obesity.

Dr. Christman has lectured throughout the country on obesity in pets and produces BTVH's Webisode Series on YouTube.

«If pet owners really understood what's going on in obesity, they would be more willing to put their pets on a weight loss program.»

And does the pet get other foods / treats in addition to their food — pets that get table scraps, fruits and vegetables may be getting significantly more calories and may be on the path to obesity,» explains DeLorenzo, whose company manufactures the Fruitables brand.

With these staggering statistics, it is more important than ever to focus on pet obesity, how to prevent it, and how to help your pet lose weight if he is in the overweight or obese category.