Weight Loss

5 Reasons Pet Obesity is a Serious Problem

Guest article by Dr. Ernie Ward, DVM, CVFT Founder, Association for Pet Obesity Prevention PetObesityPrevention.org The health threats posed by pet obesity Pet obesity is our pets’ number one health threat. Today’s dogs and cats are living longer than ever […]

Canine Hip Dysplasia: Reviewing the Evidence for Nonsurgical Management

Summary:

This systematic review of available evidence for nonsurgical management of hip dysplasia considered 14 articles and scored nonsurgical management including: activity restrictions, weight management, acupuncture, modulation of joint disease by polysulfated glycosaminoglycans, mesenchymal stem cell therapy, and extra corporeal shock wave therapy.

Conclusion:

“Weight management is an effective and important component of managing dogs with HD and associated osteoarthritis. Techniques that modulate the progression of joint disease may also be beneficial for treating dogs with HD. Further studies are needed to investigate other methods of managing HD such as hydrotherapy and physical rehabilitation.”

Author & Journal:Shaw, Kristin Kirkby et al, Veterinary Surgery, 2012

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Comparative Efficacy of Water and Land Treadmill Training for Overweight or Obese Adults

Summary:

Comparative Efficacy of Water and Land Treadmill Training for Overweight or Obese Adults. {Humans}

Purpose: No known previous research has been published to explore the efficacy of underwater treadmill (UWTM) exercise training for the obese. Thus, the purpose of this study was to compare changes in physical fitness, body weight, and body composition in physically inactive, overweight, and obese adults after 12 wks of land treadmill (LTM) or UWTM training.

Conclusion:

UWTM and LTM training are equally capable of improving aerobic fitness and body composition in physically inactive overweight individuals, but UWTM training may induce increases in LBM.

Author & Journal:Greene, Nicholas, et al, Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2009

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Integration of a physical training program in a weight loss plan for overweight pet dogs.

Summary:

To investigate whether a controlled physical training plan for overweight dogs during a weight loss program would improve cardiorespiratory fitness and better preserve lean body mass, compared with results for dogs undergoing a weight loss program based on caloric restriction alone.

Conclusion:

Conclusion:The controlled exercise plan used with a dietary weight loss program prevented loss of lean body mass in dogs. This finding supports inclusion of controlled physical training for obesity management in dogs.

Author & Journal:Vitger AD, et al. JAVMA 2016

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Case Study:

Farrah: Hind limb lameness and obesity case study

Background Farrah, a 1.5 y FS Labrador, presented with a 6-month history of left hind limb lameness and more recent history of right hind limb lameness. She had possibly sustained an injury to her left tarsus when she was a […]

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What should I feed my dog?

What is the “best” diet? This is a question dog owners ask veterinarians all the time, and unfortunately, there isn’t a simple answer. CARE does not believe there is a single best brand or type of food out there, and […]

Counting Calories: Low-and high-calorie treats for dogs

Losing weight doesn’t have to mean giving up treats When it comes to where dog’s get their daily calories, we recommend following the 90/10 rule: 90% of calories from a complete and balanced diet, 10% from treats! Treats can be […]

How can cutting calories help with my dog’s arthritis?

Cutting calories is the best way to help your dog lose weight Maintaining a healthy weight and lean body condition are some of the best ways you can help manage your dog’s pain and lameness. Regular exercise is important, especially […]

How do I track calories for my dog?

Helping your dog lose weight safely and effectively If your dog needs to lose some extra pounds, reducing their calories is one of the best things you can do for them. But how do you know how much your dog […]

How does exercise help with weight loss and managing arthritis?

Exercise is a great way to manage arthritis When dogs are overweight or obese, they are significantly more likely to develop symptoms of arthritis. Maintaining a healthy weight and lean body condition are the most important things you can do […]

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