Sentences with phrase «treating obese pets»

The gold standard food when it comes to treating obese pets.

Besides the health factors, Dr. Ward is also astounded by the amount of money that is spent when it comes to treating obese pets.

The cost to medically treat obese pets in the U.S. is approximately $ 5 billion annually.

For example, according to veterinary oncologist, Dr. Christine Swanson, treating an obese pet for cancer and getting the correct chemotherapy dosage for their weight can be challenging.

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Dr. Floyd says he treats at least two to three obese pets every week, and not surprisingly, treats are part of the problem.

Further results showed that pets fed on table scraps were more likely to be classed as obese, while those that received snacks and treats were significantly more likely to be overweight.

Many pet parents attempt to show their love for their pets by overindulging them with big meals and tons of tasty treats, resulting in obese dogs prone to diseases such as diabetes, pancreatitis, and osteoarthritis.

As long as your pet is not diabetic or obese, giving small flesh - only pieces of melon as a treat should be just fine for your mutt.

And forget about doling out excess treats — the majority of America's pets are already obese.

Your pet will not only be more comfortable and happy if he's not obese, he's less likely to develop type 2 diabetes (a chronic condition with complications that can be costly to treat).