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What should my pet weigh?
A recent survey found 53 percent of adult dogs and 55 percent of cats to be classified as
overweight or obese. The most distressing finding in this study was that more and more
pet owners are unaware their pet is overweight.
Pet obesity is plainly a people problem, not a pet problem. No animal goes to the pantry
or the refrigerator and helps themselves. We are enabling our pets to get fat!
Common weight related conditions in dogs and cats include osteoarthritis, type 2 diabetes,
high blood pressure, breathing problems, kidney disease and shortened life expectancy
by 2 - 2 1/2 years.
If your pet is overweight, talk to us. We can help with prescription diets and healthier treat
choices. Our concern is to keep your pet healthy.
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