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Q I have a 7-year-old spayed dog that I think is in good condition and the correct weight give or take a pound or two. I was therefore somewhat surprised on a recent visit to the veterinarian for shots to see that she was labeled obese. Should I be worried?
A Obesity is defined as a disease in which the body fat has accumulated to such an extent that the health of the animal may be affected. In the past, obesity was not considered a serious concern, but viewed as a cosmetic issue. Obesity is now recognized as an important contribution to the overall health of an animal. Obesity may predispose pets to a variety of disorders including osteoarthritis, respiratory and cardiac problems, diabetes, bowel and skin problems, an increased anesthetic risk and a reduced life span.See the full content of this document
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Obesity Is Dangerous to Pets' Overall Health
Recent studies show that more than 40 percent of pets are overweight. Obesity occurs when calorie intake exceeds energy output. There are two comparativ...
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