It is estimated that up to 60% of pet dogs are overweight or obese. Overweight and obesity in dogs leads to increased risks of disease such as diabetes and osteoarthritis, and a shorter lifespan. Most ...

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

Many dogs are overweight–but why is that? A new U.S. study involving nearly 14,000 dogs shows that it’s not just treats that lead to weight gain. Personality, breed, and the home environment also play ...

Bulldogs are less active by nature, and even modest weight gain can worsen breathing issues, reduce stamina, and strain ...

A new study found that overweight and obese dogs have significantly higher eye pressure than lean dogs, with pressure increasing by 1.9 mmHg for every one-unit rise in body condition score. The ...

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 ...

Using a bed sheet as a sling to help support Moby's rear left leg, Jenn Jobe took the 90.4-pound beagle mix for a walk. Even though Moby needed the support of the makeshift sling during his 15-minute ...

A rescue dog has achieved a remarkable transformation after shedding over half her body weight, and now she's finally enjoying the life she deserves. Patches, a beagle terrier mix, was a farm dog ...