Why are so many of our cats now obese? The biggest change I have seen in the last 50 years of being around cats is in their lifestyle. The majority of cats are no longer farm animals that wander the ...

Obesity in cats is a growing problem. In fact, it’s one of the most common health problems in cats today! The good news is that many obese cats can be helped with diet and exercise changes, so there’s ...

Obesity in cats can have major consequences on their health and quality of life and can result in conditions like cancer, arthritis, and diabetes. With more than 60% of cats in the US being obese, ...

A condition often dismissed as “cute” is shortening lives in ways many don’t see.

America has a problem with obesity—and not just among people. Roughly 60 percent of cats in the U.S. are classed as overweight or obese, according to data from the 2022 State of U.S. Pet Obesity ...

This One Habit Could Be Quietly Shortening Your Cat’s Life originally appeared on PetHelpful. In the past, cats weren't nearly as obese as they are now because they were outside all of the time, or at ...

Most animal rescues tell familiar stories — abandonment, neglect, the occasional dramatic before-and-after. But some problems ...

Pudgy pets are a problem in America. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, a shocking 56% of dogs and 60% of cats in the U.S. are classified as overweight or obese. World Pet ...

A new study has revealed how overeating affects a cat’s digestion and gut microbiome. The greater understanding provided by the study may help to prevent pet obesity and the health problems associated ...