34 million dogs and 54 million cats are classified as overweight?
Extra fat can make it more difficult for a surgeon to operate and increase the chances of complications with anesthesia?
Don't lose the battle of the bulge!
Six things to consider for both you and your pets health:
1. There are two main causes of obesity in pets: too many calories and too little exercise.
2. Too many Americans lead sedentary lifestyles. Their pets are the same way.
3. Every time you eat, you burn calories and the same is true for our companion animals. Measure the food amount for the whole day and divide it into several smaller meals.
4. Food journals are a very effective weight-management tool for both people and pets.
5. A last resort - The FDA recently approved Slentrol, a weight-loss medication approved for canine use. The exact mechanism of this drug remains unknown, but researchers believe that it helps suppress the appetite and inhibit the absorption of fat.
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