This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. DENVER — A study by Banfield Pet Hospital ...

Our pets rely completely on us for their health and nutrition. While treats and big meals may feel like love, overfeeding often leads to obesity. Just like in humans, even small amounts of excess ...

We all know that being severely overweight is dangerous. From stress on our joints to increased risk of heart disease and stroke, being obese is a serious medical issue. But when it comes to our pets, ...

Much like us, our pets' weight can fluctuate throughout the year. In the summer, when they are spending more time outside, they can get a little lean. Whereas when winter hits and they are staying ...

Weight loss drugs aren't just for people anymore; They may soon be available for your furry friend. A California company, Okava Pharmaceuticals, has launched a clinical trial testing a GLP-1–based ...

Although some pet owners end up making several mistakes, the most common error I see pet owners make, again and again, is that they let their pets become overweight ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2022. Q: I have had cats and dogs for years, and all of them have been ...

I just returned from visiting my sister in Fort Meyers, Fla. Her Labrador retriever is called Jinko, but I call him the "flat top" because his back looks more like an aircraft carrier than a dog. He ...

As pet owners, we love to spoil our furry companions with treats, extra food, and cuddles. But while a little extra weight ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A California company is introducing GLP-1 medications formulated for overweight pets. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI Weight loss ...