The Dangers of Pet Obesity

Did you know that an estimated 50% of the canine population is overweight? This is a dangerous statistic because pet obesity can easily lead to a number of other health problems, including heart diseases and diabetes, among many others. It is important to turn obesity around before its effects on your pet’s health become irreversible.

At Spencer Animal Hospital, we have a variety of weight management recommendations available. The first step in knowing your pet’s needs is a weight assessment. We encourage you to bring in your pet for a weighing and measuring to see if there is a cause for concern. From there, we can help determine a goal weight for your pet, based on their breed and estimated ideal size.

Weight management plans often include dietary changes, but should also include an exercise regimen. We can provide weight management recommendations for your pet on an individual basis. Please contact our team today for details.