Do you have a chunky monkey...aka, furry best friend? If you do, you're not alone...!

In this episode of the Pet Nutrition Show with Amanda and Dr. Anna Sutton, the focus is on the issue of obesity in pets.

They discuss how to identify if your dog or cat is overweight through various methods including using the body condition score and monitoring weight at vet visits.

Dr. Anna shares insights into the causes of pet obesity, linking it to similar factors affecting human obesity such as overfeeding, lack of exercise, and potentially even environmental factors. She also delves into the health repercussions of obesity in pets, such as diabetes and arthritis, and discuss emerging research on the role of leptin and the microbiome in weight regulation.

Practical advice is given on managing pet weight, including reducing treat intake and adjusting portion sizes, alongside healthier treat alternatives. The episode wraps up with a segment on home food hacks for healthier pet treats.

00:00 Introduction to the Pet Nutrition Show

00:27 Q&A: Identifying Pet Obesity

04:16 Understanding Pet Obesity

05:14 Causes of Pet Obesity

08:13 Health Impacts of Pet Obesity

18:10 Managing Pet Obesity

22:21 Healthy Treats and Food Hacks

Join us in future episodes of the Pet Nutrition Show as we dig deeper into topics like the ideal protein content for pets, the importance of gut health, and the role of pet food in waste management. Let's create a sustainable and healthy future for our pets and the environment.

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