Weight gain can be a killer; obesity leads to diabetes, heart disease, joint ailment and a host of issues even in pets which is why it is important to keep your pet's weight optimal throughout his or her life. Weight in babyhood Puppies and kittens grow rapidly in...
Rabbits, like dogs and cats, are prone to obesity. Rabbits that are obese are not able to function normally because of their large size and body fat percentage. Although certain breeds of rabbit, including the dwarf rabbit, are more at risk for obesity because of...
Fat cats in Parliament may be at the top of the earnings pile but when it comes to our pets, cats that are fat are on a losing streak. Fat cats usually suffer adverse health effects: Lifespan is shorter Excess body fat places strain on the bones and joints, the...
Fact: half of South Africa's pets are overweight or obese. Fact: 9 out of 10 pet owners believe their pets are a normal weight. October is Pet Obesity Month and because this is such a huge problem for South Africa's pets, we're highlighting ways you can help yours to...
Obesity is the biggest single health threat to pets in South Africa. Though many pet owners believe a ‘little extra padding’ is not serious - fat pets are in fact at higher risk of diseases like arthritis, urinary conditions, skin conditions, heart disease and cancer....