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    Is your pet overweight or obese?

    You may think your pet is just a bit cuddly, but is your pet overweight or obese? The difference has staggering implications on their health.
    The likelihood of your pet suffering one or more of the life changing afflictions associated with being overweight increases further if they are in the obese category!
    Find out more about the specific health implications of pet obesity here.

    How to tell if your pet is overweight or obese

    An overweight a pet is up to 15% heavier than the optimal weight for species, breed, sex and age. An overweight pet will show an increase in fat over the ribs, a slightly rounded abdomen, flank folds hanging down with a moderate amount of fat visible and a noticeable jiggle when walking.

    An obese pet is more than 15% heavier than the optimal weight. The animal’s ribs and backbone are not easily felt under a heavy fat covering. A rounded abdomen makes the wait less visible to absent, and prominent flank folds which sway when walking are evident.

    Infographic titles “Is your pet overweight or obese?” showing two categories: overweight and obese. Each category includes the silhouettes of a dog and cat along with definitions and signs to look for. Overweight: Defined as up to 15% heavier than the optimal weight for the pet’s species, breed, sex, and age. Signs include increased fat over ribs, a slightly rounded abdomen, visible fat folds at the flank, and a noticeable jiggle when walking. Obese: Defined as more than 15% heavier than optimal weight. Signs include ribs and backbone difficult to feel under heavy fat, a rounded abdomen with little or no visible waist, and prominent flank folds that sway when walking.

    You don’t have to do it alone!

    Read our tips on how to safely slim your pet in 7 simple steps.

    Still not sure where to start? Many vet practices run free nurse clinics and will be able to help you to weigh your cat or dog, advise of your pet’s optimal weight, set achievable targets and provide motivation and support. 

    Or join our FREE diet club today! Joining our Diet Club entitles you to free specialized and personalized advice from our registered Veterinary Nurse and holder of the Certificate in Canine and Feline Veterinary Health Nutrition, Ness Bird. Ness will be with you every step of the way, ensuring the necessary steps are taken to get your pet back down to their ideal weight.

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