Species
Category
Type
Read/Watch time
Kitten, Puppy
Neutering may increase a pet’s risk for becoming overweight or obese.
1 min to 5 min
Adult Cat, Kitten
Maintaining a lean, healthy body condition in kittens can help prevent obesity and related health conditions in later years.
Abnormal Body Condition
Obesity has many adverse impacts on pet health. Dietary therapy is a cornerstone of weight management in dogs and cats.
Adult Dog, Puppy
Maintaining a lean body condition from puppyhood and throughout life is associated with increased longevity and delayed onset of signs of chronic disease.
Adult Cat, Practice Scenario
Meet Jemma, an overweight, indoor-only, adult cat.
Treats & Supplements
Excessive treating can increase the pet’s risk of becoming overweight.
Adult Cat
Nutrition that addresses the unique nutrient requirements of adult cats can help them live long, healthy lives.
Kelly S. Swanson, PhD, explains the importance of gut health, what dysbiosis means, and the value of using a synbiotic supplement.
Cachexia is the loss of lean body mass and body weight that occurs with disease, and targeted nutrition can help address this adverse condition.