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Everyone knows fat cats are adorable. Don’t believe it? A quick browse through the #catsofinstagram hashtag should convince you. Unfortunately, pet obesity has become a growing concern for both ...

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 ...

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 ...

There are over 300 breeds of dogs worldwide. They range in size from tiny Chihuahuas that usually weigh 6 pounds or less to mastiffs that can weigh up to 230 pounds. These breeds all descend from one ...

Which low-fat dog food is best? The best food for your pet is the formula that supports its lifestyle and caters to its health needs and sensitivities. It’s not uncommon for dogs to have trouble ...

Just like being overweight for humans can lead to serious health conditions—the same applies to dogs. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), 55.8% of dogs are classified as ...

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 ...