In the wild, animals will naturally eat what they need and no more. The task of searching for food and other basic necessities involves lots of exercise and so wild animals remain naturally fit and healthy.
The food available to them in their natural habitat is perfectly designed to meet their needs in an environment that has not been tampered with.
Domestic animals are provided with food which they do not have to hunt for and which is not always suited for their bodies. In addition, they are often exposed to a lifestyle which contributes to sluggish metabolism, underactive thyroids and livers which are not able to remove toxins or eliminate unwanted fat from their bodies.
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Posted on 2009 under Cat Obesity, Dog Obesity | 31 May
Obesity has not only become a pandemic among humans, but pets as well. Weight gain can be attributed to over-eating, lack of exercise, genetics, and health conditions. Obesity in pets is more than a problem, it is becoming a lifestyle. To combat the effects of obesity in pets, here are some suggestions.
Pets that are obese can develop a myriad of problems such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis, and skin conditions. To determine the appropriate weight for your pet, visit your vet. He can ascertain the ideal weight for your pet based on breed, bone structure, and type of body.
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The continuing trend in the upward weight spiral isn’t restricted to the human population anymore. While we recently reported that more than 60 percent of men and women are overweight or obese in this country alone, studies also indicate that that canine obesity is certainly a significant problem in the United States.
Studies indicate that a staggering 40 percent of domesticated canines in the United States are considered overweight, a term applied when a dog is anywhere from 5 to 20 percent over the ideal body weight for its size and breed.
Excessive weight and obesity in dogs pose significant health threats, as well as affect their quality of life on a day-to-day basis. When a pet is overweight, they have to exert more energy just to move around.
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Posted on 2009 under Cat Diabetes, Cats, Kittens | 11 Apr
Is Your Cat at a Higher Risk?
As cases of obesity rise in canines and felines around the world, so do corresponding cases of the diseases caused by obesity. One of the most prominent and perhaps alarming examples of this trend is the drastic rise in instances of feline diabetes.
There are many causes of feline diabetes, including excessive weight and obesity, as well as the use of medications including steroids and progesterone derivatives used to treat behavioral abnormalities and skin diseases.
Feline diabetes can be potentially devastating to your cat’s health, especially if it goes undiagnosed and untreated. Diabetes is a disease where your pet is unable to regulate its sugar levels.
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