Obesity In Dogs A Growing Epidemic

feature 1, obesity, weight - By Staff Writer on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 - 18:04

It is estimated that around 46% of dogs in America are overweight or obese with around 15% falling into the obese category. That means around 35 million dogs have weight problems and potentially more that go unaccounted for because owners think they are normal. These are astronomical numbers and detrimental to the health of dogs. We here at MetroSniff have put together a series of articles to help you determine if your dog is at a healthy weight, why he or she might be overweight and what to do about it.

Signs Your Dogs Weight Might Be A Problem
Visually Inspecting Your Dog For Weight Problems
Body Condition Grading - The Nine Point System
Common Causes Of Canine Obesity
Health Risks From Canine Obesity
Myths About Canine Obesity
Genetic Links In Canine Obesity
Exercising An Obese Dog
Are You An "Over-Treater"?
Putting Your Dog On A Diet
Tools To Help Your Dog Lose Weight
Medical Assistance In Losing Weight