Bernadine D. Cruz, DVM
Veterinary Media Consultant
Diets, Denial and Death
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You probably remember the admonition that you should never ask a woman her age, if she is pregnant and if she has had any work done. It would seem that veterinarians have been subliminally instructed not to bring up the subject of pet obesity unless the pet’s toes can’t reach the floor past its belly. Yes, a pudgy pet can be cute but that cuteness can lead to a myriad of medical issues, a decreased quality of life and a markedly shortened life span.
OK, so we know our pet may be more fat than fluffy. You have tried cutting back on the treats and changed to a low calorie food but it just isn’t losing weight. What is a pet owner to do? My guest is Melissa Morrison, one of the founders of Fur Fitness based in Upland, CA. She will tell us about the pet Fitness Challenge and ways you can help your cat and dog slim down and have some fun in the process.
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Questions or comments? Email Dr. Cruz at: thepetdoctor@petliferadio.com.
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