A tailored nutritional approach can help overweight or obese pets lose weight.

Watch Dr. Julie Churchill and Dr. Sarah Abood role-play a veterinarian’s conversation with a client who is unaware her dog Benny is obese.

Up to 63% of pet cats and 59.3% of pet dogs are overweight or obese, and this condition is linked with serious health risks. However, many pet owners do not recognize their dog or cat is overweight or how nutrition can help manage healthy weight–and a healthier life—for their pet.

Obesity has many adverse impacts on pet health. Dietary therapy is a cornerstone of weight management in dogs and cats.

Discussing this sensitive topic starts with the health and wellbeing of the pet in mind.

Watch Dr. Sarah Abood and Dr. Julie Churchill role-play a veterinarian’s conversation with a client who is reluctant to feed her overweight cat, Frank, a different diet or to eliminate his treats.

Understanding the stages of change can help you identify the right solution at the right time.

Watch Dr. Julie Churchill and Dr. Sarah Abood as they role-play a discussion between a veterinarian and client on maintaining a dog in ideal body condition throughout life.

Throughout a pet’s life, there are multiple events that should trigger a nutrition conversation.