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Vet Explains The Scale Used to Assess Your Pet's Weight And How it Effects Their Health

Vets assess weight in cats differently from how they assess weight in dogs. While cats will have some fat deposits over their ribs, they store the majority of their weight in their bellies. Thompson ... Read More

Is Your Pet Overweight? How to Tell and What to Do

As pet owners, we love to spoil our furry companions with treats, extra food, and cuddles. But while a little extra weight may seem harmless or even adorable, pet obesity is a growing problem that can ... Read More

'Dog obesity is an owner issue': Vets weigh in on 'dogzempic' drug that could help porky pets

Ozempic's rise as a weight-loss drug has been nothing short of explosive. Now, a new implant version for pets is set to be trialled in the US. Vets share their thoughts on the new ... Read More

Fido get fat? Ozempic for dogs could hit the market in three years

Life’s ruff enough without the added challenge of getting your pudgy pup or tubby tabby to slim down. America’s obesity crisis extends beyond humans — studies suggest that around 60% of dogs and cats ... Read More

Dog owners willing to pay more for food labeled for certain health attributes

As owners humanize their pets and prove more willing to pay a premium for foods labeled to address pet health, a new study explores which pet health concerns bring the highest prices. The study ... Read More

Can Dogs, Cats and Other Pets Truly Improve Your Health?

This article was made possible by the support of Yakult and produced independently by Scientific American's board of editors. We got our first dog when my oldest son was 10. A friend who was a teacher ... Read More