Friday, August 22, 2008

Article on Companion Animal Obesity

We recently read this article on Wag Reflex, and thought we might share it with you.

Pet Obesity is a Growing Problem
by Dr. Hinson

Obesity in companion animals is a huge (and I mean HUGE) problem. It has been documented that over 50% of the nations pets are classified as overweight or obese. Surprised by that number? Just like in humans, obesity can predispose your pet to serious health problems like diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, intervertebral disk disease, and liver disease just to name a few.

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