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Tackling the Pet Obesity Epidemic

As veterinarians, obesity of pets is one of the most common and preventable problems that we encounter. Pets are simply getting too many calories for their level of activity. We all know that obesity leads to many health problems.

Smithson Valley

4 minutes read

1 year ago

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FAQs

Below are some answers to our most common questions.

We recommend annual and semi-annual wellness exams for most pets. Proactive exams every 6 months are recommended, especially for older pets, to monitor their health, catch potential issues early, and reassess chronic health conditions.