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Review
. 2021 May;51(3):653-667.
doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2021.01.005. Epub 2021 Feb 27.

Canine and Feline Obesity Management

Megan Shepherd  1
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Review

Canine and Feline Obesity Management

Megan Shepherd. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2021 May.

Abstract

Obesity and overweight have an impact on more than half of pet cats and dogs. Effective and team-based communication is essential for creating an effective weight loss plan. The diet should meet all essential nutrient requirements during energy/calorie restriction. There are several ways to initiate a weight loss plan, and regular monitoring is essential for determining if a plan is working or needs to be adjusted.

Keywords: Body condition score (BCS); Body weight; Communication; Nutrition; Overweight; Prevention; Risk factors; Weight loss.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure The author’s institution has gift-in-kind agreements with the following commercial pet food companies: Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Nestle’ Purina Petcar, and Royal Canin.

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