Tag: obesity

As a vet, obesity in dogs is something I encounter all too often in practice, and it’s a growing problem among our canine companions. In my job, I see first-hand ...

Obesity is common in our society for humans and our pets. Spring is a good time to consider the impacts of winter accumulation of weight resulting from reduced activity and ...

The vet looked at Lolo, a five-year-old labrador with the softest eyes and a belly that now jiggled when he walked.“He’s gained nearly 6 kilos,” she said gently. “That’s like ...

April 4 2025, 12:30 pm | BY Ricki Green | No Comments Dogs are loveable companions, but when it comes to food, they’re master manipulators. Recognising this, PEDIGREE and Colenso ...

High-risk Labradors also tended to pester their owners for food more often. Dogs with low genetic risk scores, on the other hand, stayed slim regardless of whether the owners paid ...

WASHINGTON Obesity is on the rise not just in humans but in dogs, whose history of selective breeding makes them an ideal species for studying the balance between genetics, diet, and ...

Obesity is on the rise not just in humans but in dogs, whose history of selective breeding makes them an ideal species for studying the balance between genetics, diet, and ...

Data-Driven Strategies for Healthier, Happier PetsOVERLAND PARK, Kan., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly two-thirds of America's dogs and cats are overweight or obese1, putting them at increased risk for ...