The pet obesity crisis in the UK is a constant source of news. It is worrying. I was surprised to read in today’s Times newspaper that nearly two-thirds of UK veterinarians said that they had sustained an injury when treating … Continue reading →
This is a discussion post. I don’t know the answer and neither do the scientists as far as I aware. We know that people eat for pleasure; as a means to alleviate stress or as a coping mechanism. You might … Continue reading →
She’s gone viral on news websites…She weighs around 25 pounds apparently. The title is an understatement as this cat could not be more demotivated and for that reason the video is amusing. Mind you I don’t blame her because who’d … Continue reading →
In an era in the United States when up to 50% of domestic cats are said to be obese, it is appropriate to discuss the signs of Type 2 diabetes in domestic cats because obesity is a predisposing factor for … Continue reading →
It is not a crime to overfeed your cat to the point where they become obese. If it was there would be tens of millions of Americans in court charged with animal cruelty because there are tens of millions of … Continue reading →
An estimated 40% of all cats in the USA are obese. Veterinarians recommend that weight loss programs should be carefully managed because rapid weight loss can lead to hepatic lipidosis. This is also known as feline fatty liver syndrome, one … Continue reading →
How do you work out how much wet cat food your cat should eat daily when everything is so confusing? In an act of great wisdom, the experts tell us that the cat obesity epidemic is due to over-feeding your … Continue reading →
Before I start I will admit that I have made the presumption that this sweet, overweight cat is coming for his food. It looks that way. He’s well motivated. Once again it is a very short video. It reminds us … Continue reading →
This cool dude cat uses his large belly as a counterweight when sitting up on hind legs. He does what pleases him and it is untypical of nearly all domestic cats. He looks extraordinary. His expression is priceless. His belly … Continue reading →
His name is Bronson and he weights 33 pounds or 2st 4lbs. He looks it too. His previous owner died and the new owners want to get him into shape. He lives in Michigan US. He was adopted from the … Continue reading →
