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 ...

A veterinarian has expressed his frustration at a common reaction he encounters when informing pet owners that their dog is overweight. Dogs, in all their varied shapes and sizes, require a ...

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 ...

It’s best to act quickly before your dog’s weight problems get out of hand. Ensuring your dog is on the right diet and not at risk of becoming overweight can be challenging, particularly for new pet ...

The best dog food for weight loss contains extra fiber and fewer calories and fat. Our top picks are from Purina, Hill's, Royal Canin, and more.

Dogs in Richmond’s animal shelter need exercise. So do desk-bound city employees. Christie Peters, director of Richmond Animal Care and Control, wondered: Why not pair one with the other? WIth that, ...

Using a bed sheet as a sling to help support Moby's rear left leg, Jenn Jobe took the 90.4-pound beagle mix for a walk. Even though Moby needed the support of the makeshift sling during his 15-minute ...