Not just humans but also their pets put on weight if they eat too much and don't get enough exercise. The consequences are similar and so is the dieting advice: lose weight slowly and sensibly. "There ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Many dogs are overweight–but why is that? A new U.S. study involving nearly 14,000 dogs shows that it’s not just treats that lead to weight gain. Personality, breed, and the home environment also play ...