Everyone knows fat cats are adorable. Don’t believe it? A quick browse through the #catsofinstagram hashtag should convince you. Unfortunately, pet obesity has become a growing concern for both ...

Dogs are cute, no matter what they look like. Big, small, fluffy, sleek — in our book, they’re all good pups. As cute Fluffy is, though, have you ever stopped to consider how accurate her name is? If ...

Could dogs who are overweight or obese have an increased risk of high intraocular pressure (the pressure inside the eyes)? That’s a question that researchers wanted to answer, as high eye pressure is ...

It is estimated that up to 60% of pet dogs are overweight or obese. Overweight and obesity in dogs leads to increased risks of disease such as diabetes and osteoarthritis, and a shorter lifespan. Most ...

Question: Friends have told me my dog is overweight. How do I measure this and what can I do about it if she is? Answer: Obesity is the No. 1 nutrition-related problem in dogs, with almost half (45%) ...

Is my dog just sturdily built—or already overweight? Many owners ask themselves this question, often without finding a clear answer. The actual weight says little about a dog’s health. A simple touch ...

There are over 300 breeds of dogs worldwide. They range in size from tiny Chihuahuas that usually weigh 6 pounds or less to mastiffs that can weigh up to 230 pounds. These breeds all descend from one ...

It is well established that for humans, being overweight is a health risk factor. Heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and joint problems are much more likely in people who are obese. The ...

During the holiday season, many of us are guilty of overindulging in our favorite foods and special snacks. And for pets, it's not much different — whether they're getting table scraps or extra treats ...

Dogs and cats carrying too much extra weight is a widespread problem: a 2022 survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention found that over half of all domestic cats and dogs in the U.S. are ...