Articles related to "Obese Pets"

Lifestyle issues are leading to obese pets as well overweight humans. And as with people, carrying too much weight is unhealthy for your cat or dog.

Overweight dogs and cats seem to be on the rise. Veterinarians see fat dogs and fat cats everyday in their practices. Learn how to help your pet lose the extra weight.

Pets get fat for the same reasons people do: overeating and lack of exercise.

A recent American survey showed how many people treat their pets like one of the family. Here are some of the pros and cons to treating your pets as people.

Canine and feline fat cells, or adipocytes, produce hormones known as adipokines which decrease the metabolic rate and inhibit appetite suppression in obese dogs and cats

A dog's food allergy can be tortuous. Reciipes designed for the allergic pet can help bring relief a little sooner.

Dry kibble to dogs is perhaps similar to what fast food is to humans: a convenient yet, not so healthy commodity of modern days. Learn how dogs used to eat in the wild.

Obese pets are at risk for diabetes, arthritis, heart problems and kidney disease. Help keep your pet healthier with these tips.