As pet owners, we love to spoil our furry companions with treats, extra food, and cuddles. But while a little extra weight may seem harmless or even adorable, pet obesity is a growing problem that can ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. DENVER — A study by Banfield Pet Hospital ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A California company is introducing GLP-1 medications formulated for overweight pets. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI Weight loss ...

Overweight dogs have higher eye pressure than lean dogs, potentially increasing their risk of glaucoma and other vision problems.

Is my dog just sturdily built–or already overweight? Many owners ask themselves this question, often without finding a clear ...

Life’s ruff enough without the added challenge of getting your pudgy pup or tubby tabby to slim down. America’s obesity crisis extends beyond humans — studies suggest that around 60% of dogs and cats ...

A veterinarian has expressed his frustration at a common reaction he encounters when informing pet owners that their dog is overweight. Dogs, in all their varied shapes and sizes, require a ...

We all know that being severely overweight is dangerous. From stress on our joints to increased risk of heart disease and stroke, being obese is a serious medical issue. But when it comes to our pets, ...

A study published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine found that overweight and obese dogs have significantly higher eye pressure than lean dogs, with pressure increasing by 1.9 mmHg for ...

Weight loss drugs aren't just for people anymore -- they may soon be available for your furry friend. A California company, Okava Pharmaceuticals, has launched a clinical trial testing a GLP-1-based ...