Dogs & cats · Nutrition & metabolism
Health concerns related to pet obesity
Excess body fat can worsen heart, respiratory and metabolic problems.
Excess body fat can worsen heart, respiratory and metabolic problems. Weight management supports broader health as well as mobility.
Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.
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