More than one-third of Dogs may be Obese-National Pet Obesity Awareness Day
Today we are highlighting National Pet Obesity Awareness Day. According to the CDC, more than one-third of adults in the United States are obese. Obesity-related conditions include heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain types of cancer, some of the leading causes of preventable death.
Veterinarians are noticing a corresponding increase in the prevalence of dog obesity according to The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. The health conditions associated with dog obesity negatively impact the quality of life and longevity for our overweight canine companions and dramatically increase the cost of their veterinary care. We have seen estimates that up to 50% of dogs are overweight and that vet and extra food costs could be as high as $8 billion.
Seize the moment like Fit Dog Mabel – Get out and get active with your dog today! You both win.
Fit Dogs Rock and live longer happier healthier lives.
Here are our 10 great ways to get active with your dog http://www.talenthounds.ca/health/10-great-ways-to-get-active-with-your-dog/
And check out our story on weight loss with a great recipe for Skinny Muttloaf http://www.talenthounds.ca/health/weight-loss-for-dogs/
Don’t be a statistic, be pro-active. Help your dog live a better life through diet and exercise, plus get fitter yourself. Check out tips, facts, apps and a cool infographic from our friends at Slim Doggy. Join the survey and find more tips and tools at The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention to help with diet, portion control and food choices.
Great message and tips for keeping our pets at a an ideal weight. One of my doggies gained a little when his activity had to be restricted for a short period. It was tough to resist the urge to use food to pacify him. We got the extra weight off him.
Win-win! Walkies are good!
Thanks for the shout out in the post. You guys always have great videos of active healthy dogs – love it! If it’s okay with you we’d like to use some of your tips in our next infographic: “SlimDoggy Fit Tips”.
Absolutely- just did a new one and working on TV. Let’s discuss as want to include you too.
We were definitely on the same wavelength for this week’s WW! I love that action photo! I need to spend some more time on your site….it looks very interesting.
Thanks so much for stopping by. I know we were on exactly the same wave length. Makes sense. I stopped by yours too. XS