Did you know that obesity is recognised as the most common form of malnutrition in Aussie pets? This is a pretty sad realisation. Furthermore, did you know 41% of dogs and 32% of cats in Australia are either overweight or obese? These are very real and shocking statistics. Certainly, we consider our pets as members [...]
Sadly, more and more Aussie pets are becoming overweight and obese. However, as responsible pet parents, the onus is on us to keep our pets at a healthy weight. Here’s the lowdown on obesity in dogs and what we, as loving pet owners, can do to manage the risk factors. The Pet Food Industry Association [...]
While you might think your overweight cat is cute and cuddly, the truth is your feline friend’s health is at risk. Obese or overweight cats are at higher risk of many health problems including diabetes, arthritis and heart disease. What’s more, your tubby tabby faces a shorter life span than its leaner meowing mate. Is [...]
In Australia, approximately 30-40% of cats and dogs are overweight or obese*. As responsible pet parents, it is our job to keep a check on our pets’ waistlines. So, if your purring pal is starting to look a little chubby around the tummy, it may well be time to put your cat on a diet. [...]
