{"id":213,"date":"2019-04-17T13:47:59","date_gmt":"2019-04-17T18:47:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:s\/\/www.mybeevet.com\/blog\/?p=213"},"modified":"2019-04-17T13:47:59","modified_gmt":"2019-04-17T18:47:59","slug":"this-spring-fight-pet-obesity-and-get-active","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mybeevet.com\/blog\/this-spring-fight-pet-obesity-and-get-active\/","title":{"rendered":"This Spring, Fight Pet Obesity and Get Active!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you\u2019ve noticed more people jogging, riding bikes, or simply walking around town, there\u2019s a good reason: it\u2019s spring! This is the best time to get moving and shave off some of those unnecessary pounds brought on by all the winter goodies. Before it gets too hot, we encourage all pet owners take advantage of the beautiful weather and longer days.
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Picking up the pace this spring is not only great for your pet\u2019s mental and physical health, but helps prevent obesity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Among all the reasons we recommend routine pet wellness care<\/a> exams, charting your pet\u2019s weight ranks pretty high. Even small, incremental increases of weight over a pet\u2019s lifetime can help us address their nutrition and exercise requirements.
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Since pet obesity is entirely preventable, we also take into account a 5-point body condition score to determine where your unique pet should be (1 is very thin, 5 is obese). Depending on species, breed, and body type, there is an \u201cideal\u201d weight (3 on the body condition score) for every animal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pet obesity is on the rise. With over half of all American cats and dogs categorized as overweight or obese, it\u2019s critical to stay in front of any possible weight gain.
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Extra pounds not only shorten a pet\u2019s lifespan, but also diminish their quality of life. Plus, with many serious associated health complications, like respiratory disorders, heart problems, diabetes, arthritis, and more, it\u2019s vital to prevent it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We can help you rule out certain medical conditions that may be causing weight gain, such as hypothyroidism. If nothing is diagnosed, then we can provide counseling regarding your pet\u2019s dietary needs and exercise requirements<\/a>. Much of the time, pet obesity is caused by simply eating too many calories without the right amount of physical exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once portion sizes and restricted meal times are enforced at home, you can help prevent prevent obesity by working out together<\/a>.
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