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Pudgy Pets Shed Pounds In U.K.

April 5, 2012

(OBESE PETS) An annual British weight-loss competition for overweight pets, the Pet Fit Club, is reminding pet guardians that it’s never too late to make positive changes to a pet’s diet and lifestyle. The contest, held by the U.K. veterinary charity PDSA, provides pets with specifically tailored diets and exercise programs and includes 18 finalists who share a combined excess weight of 336 pounds. Read on to learn more about this slimming competition as these supersized pets undergo major health transformations. — Global Animal

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Who’s Hotter: Angelina Jolie Or Her Bulldog?

March 11, 2012

(CELEBRITY PETS) NEW ORLEANS — Celebrity sightings are great, but celebrity pet sightings are better, especially when they involve a bulldog. Here’s your chance to feast your eyes on Jacques the bulldog, the rarely seen furry family member in the Pitt-Jolie household. He may not have a twitter feed dedicated to his right leg, but he is definitely working this camera. Read more to learn about Jacques. — Global Animal

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Is Diet Food Making Your Pet Fat?

January 29, 2012

(PET HEALTH) Studies have shown that more than half of all dogs and cats are overweight, and the numbers are only rising. These overly plump pets are more prone to health problems, and American culture seems to be the one to blame for this growing issue. Read more to find out why treats and diet food could be helping your kitty or pooch pack on the pounds and what you can do to prevent it. — Global Animal

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Obesity A Common Health Risk For Horses

August 7, 2011

(HORSES) Equine obesity is a common problem among leisure horses that is often overlooked by caretakers. Obese horses, however, face many of the same dangers as overweight people. Find out the risks of caring for a fat horse. — Global Animal

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Tips To Keep Pounds Off Your Pet

July 25, 2011

(PET CARE / PET HEALTH) — More than 50 percent of pets in America are overweight. If your dog, cat, or other pet is overweight, read about some tips to help him or her lose the extra pounds and get into shape. — Global Animal

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Buying In Bulk: Fat Cat Sale

June 10, 2011

OHIO (PET HEALTH) Read how the Humane Society in Hillard, Ohio, has a big fat idea for addressing the issue of obese cats being overlooked for pet adoption.

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Pet Owners In Denial While Pets Pack On Pounds

August 24, 2010

A recent study estimates that over 45% of dogs and 58% of cats in the United States are overweight or obese.  Yet, many pet owners seem to be in denial about their pet’s weight, especially owners of certain breeds.  Find out the biggest culprit to pet paunch and how your pet really weighs in…

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