Sentences with phrase «prevent obesity in cats»

Canned food is lower in carbohydrates than dry and is much better for combating and preventing obesity in cats.

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However, APOP also estimates that 59 % of cats in the United States are, in fact, overweight or obese.Read on to learn about the common signs of obesity in cats, and find out the steps you can take to help your cat reach a healthier weight to prevent future complications.

Since kitten food is more calorically dense than adult cat food, transitioning earlier may help to prevent obesity in the mature cat.

Though dogs do well on dry diets alone, feeding canned food to cats may actually help prevent obesity and diabetes and aid in the management of urinary disease.

«Simulating normal feeding behavior will increase activity, reduce boredom, help with weight management and prevent obesity, and strengthen the bond between cat and owner,» says Dr. Amy Learn, a veterinarian at Cary Street Veterinary Hospital in Richmond, Virginia.

Less active cats may need to be fed less in order to prevent weight gain and obesity.

Because obesity is a risk factor in the development of fatty liver disease, veterinarian instructions to help the cat lose weight should be followed in order to prevent a recurrence of the disease.

Therapeutic diets can play a key role in preventing an overweight dog or cat from gaining more weight and also minimize caloric intake, which is frequently the predominant cause of obesity.