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 ...

There aren't any established guidelines for canine physical activity, but veterinarians generally recommend two 30 to 60 minute walks each day. Dogs' exercise needs vary widely based on breed, however ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. DENVER — A study by Banfield Pet Hospital ...

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 ...

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 ...

As a vet, obesity in dogs is something I encounter all too often in practice, and it’s a growing problem among our canine companions. In my job, I see first-hand the impact that carrying extra weight ...

Question: Friends have told me my dog is overweight. How do I measure this and what can I do about it if she is? Answer: Obesity is the No. 1 nutrition-related problem in dogs, with almost half (45%) ...

There are over 300 breeds of dogs worldwide. They range in size from tiny Chihuahuas that usually weigh 6 pounds or less to mastiffs that can weigh up to 230 pounds. These breeds all descend from one ...

It’s not too late to start a New Year’s Resolution. I’m thinking a good choice would be exercise and diet for out overweight pets. I was talking to a pet owner this week and she mentioned I should do ...

The One Thing Vets Wish All Dog Owners Understood originally appeared on Parade Pets. The main thing that all vets wish that pet owners understood is that many of us are killing our dogs with kindness ...

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 ...