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Anne Quain, Senior Lecturer, Sydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney

Is your cat or dog overweight? Why simply feeding less doesn’t always help

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Overweight and obesity are among the most common conditions veterinarians see in both dogs and cats.

Yet weight-loss plans for pets are frequently unsuccessful, with a high drop-out rate. In one study, over half of participating dogs actually gained weight.

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