Canine and Feline Obesity

Some risk factors cannot be altered, but some risk factors CAN be managed.
Animal Clinic & Hospital is now offering nutritional counseling to help you maximize your pet's health and longevity through weight management.

 

Obesity in our dogs and cats is defined as a pet that weighs more than 15% of his/her optimal weight. Estimates range obesity from 25 - 50% of our pet population, and some estimate higher. Unfavorable health issues can begin when your pet reaches 10 to 15% over optimal weight.

Chubby Kitty

Chubby Dog
  • Effects of Obesity
  • Shortened Lifespan
  • Arthritis
  • Locomotion Issues
  • Respiratory Issues
  • Hypertension
  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Liver Disease
  • Reduced Heat Tolerance
  • Increased Skin Disease
  • Digestive Issues
  • Constipation
  • Diabetes
  • Infectious Disease Susceptibility
  • Increased Anesthetic and Surgical Risk

Nutritional Counseling
Puppies, Kittens, Adult Dogs, Adult Cats, Senior Dogs and Senior Cats
Veterinary Supervision
Counseling Sessions Friday afternoons
First Session - 30 minutes
Follow-Up Sessions - 15 minutes
Weight, Body Condition Score,
Zoometric Measurement and
Progress Photographs with each session

Learn more about:
Pet Food Labels
Ingredient Choices
Feeding Canines
Feeding Felines