By Pet Pro Supply Co. Featured Veterinarian,
Dr. Shadi Ireifej DVM DACVS
Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at VetTriage
Is your Yorkie a little porky?
Does your Lab have too much flab?
Is your feline not so streamline(d)?
Despite the cheesy puns, canine obesity is a serious issue for pet parents in the US. Over time, we have managed to change what is considered the “normal” size and shape of our pets. And, once your beloved pet has exceeded their normal weight, it becomes very difficult to get back to where they’re supposed to be.
That’s where your veterinarian comes in! With advice from your friendly neighborhood pet doctor, and some strict commitment on your part, we can get Fluffy to look more lean. Don’t try to go it alone!
Though up to 40% of dogs in the US are considered overweight, this problem is not just ours. For instance, 30% of dogs in Japan and Australia are considered overweight. Obesity is not just for the dogs, either! Up to 35% of cats are also considered obese in the US. These figures are certainly alarming.
Now, don’t get me wrong – it’s not all the pet parents’ fault. Besides just “lifestyle” (which pet parents do control), there are certainly other reasons that have caused our pooches to become too “poochy.” Hormonal diseases and genetics also play a role with this issue – which is why it’s important to get a veterinarian involved if your pet is obese. But, since your pet’s lifestyle plays the…
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