Pet Weight

One great way of losing weight and also helping your dog lose weight is to go on a run with your pet. Here are a few things to keep in mind: Coordinating the leash and pace and direction can be tricky and needs constant attention.…
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Many cat owners have been told their animals need several small meals a day. But research from the University of Guelph has found that feeding cats one large meal a day may help control hunger better than feeding them several times a day.…
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If you have a moderate-to high-energy dog, know that these dogs are usually very smart and they love to learn, so if you don’t give their energy an outlet, they may have behavioural issues, not to mention excess weight. Exercise is…
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Some of the problems we see in obese people also occur in overweight or obese pet dogs. There's added stress on the joints, there’s an intolerance to exercise and heat; there’s also glucose intolerance, insulin resistance. A 2022 study of…
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If your cat is overweight, and you are helping your pet to lose weight, you will probably need to give your cat diet food. When you’re introducing a new food, allow a few days for the transition. It’s best to gradually add the new diet over…
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Your pets need to exercise to lose weight. Each dog can handle a different amount of exercise, so talk to your vet about what’s best for your pet. If your dog has a lot of energy, you’ll want to schedule at least 20 minutes to an hour of…
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Overweight and obesity in dogs leads to a shorter lifespan and a lower quality of life. A study, published in the ‘Journal of Animal Science’, shows that when overweight dogs were fed a reduced calorie, high-protein, high-fibre diet for 24…
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Mix up your regular walks by adding bouts of jogging that temporarily get your heart rate up. It will be great exercise for you and your pet. Do this every few minutes. But also have an understanding of your dog’s capabilities and…
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Many dogs love water, making water-based workouts quite pet-friendly and will help them lose weight. Be safe by outfitting pups in a dog-friendly life vest with handles to help maneuver them out of the water if necessary. Check the…
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A gene associated with canine obesity has been identified. Dog owners tell their vets that Labrador retrievers are always interested in food, and a new study published in the journal ‘Cell Metabolism’ shows there might be a biological truth…
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