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Pet Obesity
· Obesity is a disease
· Obesity shortens the life of pets
· Obesity causes musculoskeletal problems
· Obesity compromises immune function
· Obesity leads to diabetes
· Obesity increases risk factors for surgery and anesthesia
· Obesity leads to heat intolerance
· Obesity leads to exercise intolerance
· Obese pets can not breathe well
· Obesity complicates cardiovascular disease
· Obesity leads to severe liver disease in cats
· Obesity may lead to high blood pressure
· Neutered pets need 20 – 25% fewer calories than prior to neutering
· Up to 45% of American pets are overweight
Weight Loss is the cure for this disease!
Ask us for help
To lose weight, pets need decreased calories and increased exercise over time.
Obese pets do not self exercise. Taking your dog for a walk that is at least 10 minutes per session is great exercise for most obese pets.
There are hidden calories in many treats. We have low calorie treats available.
There are hidden calories in many “light” pet foods. We have pet food where calories are very restricted.
It may have taken years for your pet to become obese. It will take months for him to lose weight. He will always need to be on restricted calories and an exercise program to keep the weight off.
Slendrol is the first FDA approved drug to help dogs lose weight. It ties up fat that is absorbed in the intestinal cell and blocks the appetite center so dogs are less hungry.
Prior to starting a diet and exercise program, your pet needs a physical exam and lab tests. This helps us rule out medical causes for obesity, like thyroid disease.
There is more information on the website, Stop Canine Obesity!
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