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Obesity in the Dog and Cat

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As of 2018, pet obesity in the US affects an estimated 55.8 percent of dogs and 59.5 percent of cats, resulting in secondary conditions such as arthritis, or diabetes mellitus, and certain forms of cancer. A balanced diet accompanied by regular exercise is fundamental to optimize health and longevity in companion animals. Seeking to address this major modern-day problem, Obesity in the Dog and Cat provides a comprehensive review of obesity in small animal medicine. Key features include: –  Reviews epidemiology and how animal- and human-specific factors contribute to excess weight gain

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As of 2018, pet obesity in the US affects an estimated 55.8 percent of dogs and 59.5 percent of cats, resulting in secondary conditions such as arthritis, or diabetes mellitus, and certain forms of cancer. A balanced diet accompanied by regular exercise is fundamental to optimize health and longevity in companion animals. Seeking to address this major modern-day problem, Obesity in the Dog and Cat provides a comprehensive review of obesity in small animal medicine. Key features include: –  Reviews epidemiology and how animal- and human-specific factors contribute to excess weight gain; – discusses the metabolic effects and inflammatory mediators associated with adiposity; – looks at various disease states and how they relate or develop as a result of obesity; – reviews different modalities to determine body composition to diagnose obesity; – offers a clinical approach to managing obesity with diet including discussion on the nutrients of concern for therapeutic weight loss diets. Topics range from epidemiology and pathophysiology of obesity to evaluation of body composition. 220 p.

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Authors expertises affiliations

  • Martha G. Cline [Editor]. DVM, Dipl. American College of Veterinary Nutrition, Resident in Clinical Nutrition. Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls, NJ (USA).
  • Maryanne Murphy [Editor]. DVM, PhD in Clinical Nutrition, with a focus on energy metabolism and satiety in lean and obese dogs, Dipl. American College of Veterinary Nutrition.  Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls, NJ (USA).
  • Publication date (digital version): 2019-05 – Barnes & Noble.

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27 December 2024

This is an indispensable guide for any veterinarian or veterinary technician interested in better understanding the disease of obesity. The authors reach far beyond the traditional clinical approach of, “Feed less, exercise more,” and explore the current pathophysiology of obesity and emerging treatment options. Thoroughly researched and packed with practical advice, this is the textbook I wish I had twenty-five years ago. Highly recommended.

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Ernie Ward
27 December 2024

This book will be valuable for anyone managing obesity cases in practice as there is considerable practical information. I found the chapter on behavioral management of obesity especially useful. There is also good information on the pathophysiology of obesity. By necessity, there is information from human obesity where we don’t have sufficient information in dogs and cats; however, this points to useful areas for future research.

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Marge Chandler