The bright side of pet nutrition: Food and the human-animal bond

Every veterinarian has seen the dachshund that hovers a little close to the ground or the plump cat that's still working on that summer bod. Owners of these pets often lament their companions' portliness, but they're hesitant to say no to the plaintive meows or soft, hopeful eyes of their furry friend. While pet owners generally mean well, it can be too easy to let this bond take over. Thankfully, there are some bright spots. More

Can pets eat vegan?

You're hearing it more and more: "Can my pet eat vegan?" Especially in the case of cats, typically considered obligate carnivores, the answer is a hard "no"–right? Ernie Ward, DVM, who's spent years thinking about animal nutrition and founded the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, says, "Not so fast." More

Obesity and orthopedic disease: a relationship to remember

Max walked slowly into the exam room and lay down immediately on the floor. Rising to the exam room scale was a struggle for him. His limbs shook and lameness in both hind limbs was obvious. The dog's body weight had reached 109 lb (49.5 kg), and his owners were desperate for their 6-year-old Labrador retriever to return to the active and pain-free dog of his youth. According to Fetch dvm360 speaker Martha Cline, DVM, DACVN, obesity and orthopedic disease go hand in hand–often with significant repercussions for both patient health and the human-animal bond. More

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