{"id":273,"date":"2022-10-06T12:38:05","date_gmt":"2022-10-06T19:38:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/?p=273"},"modified":"2022-10-06T12:38:06","modified_gmt":"2022-10-06T19:38:06","slug":"scale-shock-how-to-manage-pet-obesity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/scale-shock-how-to-manage-pet-obesity\/","title":{"rendered":"Scale Shock: How to Manage Pet Obesity"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1846\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/iStock-97866310.jpg\" alt=\"Cute pug on scale.\" class=\"wp-image-274\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/iStock-97866310.jpg 1846w, https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/iStock-97866310-1500x1040.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/iStock-97866310-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/iStock-97866310-1536x1065.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1846px) 100vw, 1846px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Weight gain in pets can happen so slowly, it\u2019s almost unnoticeable. For owners that see their pets every single day, it may not even register that their pet\u2019s shape and size is expanding. A few extra pounds on a human may be negligible, but the equivalent of 5 extra pounds is 79 pounds on a cat, or 25-100 extra pounds on a dog (depending on their breed). This has a profound effect on their overall health, and may even decrease lifespan. We can help you prevent pet obesity, and\/or safely manage a pet\u2019s weight gain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Serious Issue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pet obesity is characterized by too much body fat. Not only responsible for limiting comfort and mobility, excess weight gain can cause or exacerbate the following health problems:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Diabetes<\/li><li>High blood pressure<\/li><li>Heart disease<\/li><li>Respiratory issues<\/li><li>Cancer<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The cause of pet obesity is overfeeding, but there are certain factors that can increase a pet\u2019s risk, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Breed<\/li><li>Age<\/li><li>Gender<\/li><li>Neutered status<\/li><li>Environment\/Lifestyle<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Playing Your Part<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is essential to properly<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/a-go-to-guide-for-a-specialized-pet-diet\/\"> measure your pet\u2019s meal portions<\/a> every day, and stick to them. Every little calorie adds up. If you notice that your pet begs you for more food, we can analyze and possibly adjust their portion sizes or meal times. However, we recommend only making changes to your pet\u2019s diet slowly and under the direct care of your pet\u2019s veterinarian.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Slowly but Surely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An important aspect of your pet\u2019s annual or semi-annual<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/veterinary-services\/pet-wellness.html\"> wellness exam<\/a> is getting them on the scale so we can check for changes in their weight. Seeing your pet once or twice a year can<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/pet-wellness-through-the-lens-of-prevention\/\"> create more awareness regarding target weight<\/a>. As they age, pets can develop painful osteoarthritis, and symptoms only worsen with any extra weight on their joints. Keeping track of any changes to their weight can help us create a weight loss plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Quickly restricting calories can cause its own set of problems that should be avoided. We can help you track your pet&#8217;s calories and make slight adjustments to them over a specific period of time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Staying In Front of Pet Obesity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every week or so, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/your-guide-to-an-at-home-cat-health-assessment\/\">measure the outline<\/a> of your pet\u2019s ribs. If you can see and feel the ribs, hip bones, spine, and waist, they\u2019re at an ideal weight. From the side, you should see that their belly is nicely tucked.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/the-right-skills-to-make-dog-walking-is-easy-and-fun\/\">All pets benefit from daily exercise<\/a>. If you aren\u2019t able to play or walk with your pet for a minimum of 30 minutes a day, ask a friend, relative or neighbor to help out. Doggie daycares or dog walkers are also a great option to keep pets in shape.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have other questions about your pet\u2019s nutritional needs, weight, or behavior, call us at (916) 939-1705. Our staff is always happy to help you at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/\">MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Weight gain in pets can happen so slowly, it\u2019s almost unnoticeable. For owners that see their pets every single day, it may not even register that their pet\u2019s shape and size is expanding. 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