The need to shed unwanted pounds affects not only humans, but also dogs, according to veterinary experts. Pet obesity rates have been on the rise over the past two decades in the U.S., with 59% of ...

Source: U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Taylor Bourgeous If the data from a new study are to be believed, the social stigma of obesity, or what we might call "anti-fat bias," not only affects ...

Nearly half of UK dogs are overweight, yet most owners don’t realise it or know how to spot the signs. When Catharine Taylor’s miniature schnauzer Paddy was seven years old, the dog weighed 12kg, a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In fact, obesity is the most common nutritional disorder seen in dogs. The researchers surveyed 148 vets about the pets coming ...

To help maintain a healthy weight for your dog, consider their age, breed, and activity level in addition to consulting your veterinarian for dietary advice. If you’re wondering how to maintain a good ...

Half of the dogs in the United States are reported to be overweight and, according to a new study led by Texas A&M University and the Dog Aging Project (DAP), the cause may be a complex web of ...

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 ...

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 ...

Your pet dog or cat might soon be a chubby little munchkin no more. Welcome to the burgeoning era of — we swear we’re not making this up — “ozempets,” in which your servile critters might shed some ...