Not just humans but also their pets put on weight if they eat too much and don't get enough exercise. The consequences are similar and so is the dieting advice: lose weight slowly and sensibly. "There ...

Just like humans, dogs also need the correct quantity of food balanced with daily exercise to live long, healthy, and happy lives. But, according to new research from UK Pet Food, 50% of dogs are ...

It is estimated that up to 60% of pet dogs are overweight or obese. Overweight and obesity in dogs leads to increased risks of disease such as diabetes and osteoarthritis, and a shorter lifespan. Most ...

Helping your dog lose weight doesn’t have to mean guilt, hunger, or sacrifice. With the right science-backed nutrition, ...

There is no more loyal companion than a canine. A dog will follow you, sit with you and sleep with you. And he'll get fat with you. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention says that about 60 ...

Everyone knows fat cats are adorable. Don’t believe it? A quick browse through the #catsofinstagram hashtag should convince you. Unfortunately, pet obesity has become a growing concern for both ...

A veterinarian has expressed his frustration at a common reaction he encounters when informing pet owners that their dog is overweight. Dogs, in all their varied shapes and sizes, require a ...

Dogs in Richmond’s animal shelter need exercise. So do desk-bound city employees. Christie Peters, director of Richmond Animal Care and Control, wondered: Why not pair one with the other? WIth that, ...

Dogs and cats carrying too much extra weight is a widespread problem: a 2022 survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention found that over half of all domestic cats and dogs in the U.S. are ...