Educational Articles
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La obesidad, definida como un exceso de un 30% o más del peso corporal normal, es la enfermedad nutricional más común en gatos domésticos. Aunque la frecuencia varía entre países, de media se considera que el 40 al 45% de todos los gatos adultos presentan obesidad.
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Obesity in Dogs
Todos somos conscientes de los problemas que causa la obesidad en las personas, entre los que destacan alteraciones cardiacas, articulares o respiratorias. Lo que no es tan conocido es que los mimos problemas pueden afectar a nuestras mascotas si sufren de sobrepeso, por eso hay que asegurarse de que pierdan peso en caso necesario.
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In North America, obesity is the most common preventable disease in cats and is one of the most common overall. Almost 60% of domestic cats are overweight. Scientific evidence now reveals that fat tissue is biologically active; it secretes inflammatory hormones and creates oxidative stress on the body's tissues, both of which contribute to many diseases and a decreased quality of life. Treating obesity as a chronic, low-level inflammatory condition is the new approach.
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In North America, obesity is the most common preventable disease in dogs. Almost 50% of domestic dogs are overweight. Scientific evidence now reveals that fat tissue is biologically active; it secretes inflammatory hormones and creates oxidative stress on the body's tissues, both of which contribute to many diseases and decreased quality of life. Treating obesity as a chronic, low-level inflammatory condition is the new approach.
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Obesity in Cats
Los problemas dentales son probablemente tan frecuentes en los perros como en las personas y posiblemente igual de dolorosos. Sin embargo, los perros no tienen la misma capacidad que nosotros para manifestar sus molestias y hasta hace relativamente poco muchos de los problemas dentales de nuestras mascotas pasaban desapercibidos.
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Well-bred Old English Sheepdogs are placid, adaptable individuals who are loving and loyal to their chosen people. These big, lovable dogs can be just the ticket for active households whose members do not mind spending a lot of time tending the tresses of their canine companions.
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Nobody has ever accused the Otterhound of primping and preening. She is a come-as-you-are kind of dog, with casual good looks and a laid-back personality.
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Some over-the-counter human medications can be used for common ailments in dogs, but you must consult your veterinarian before using them to determine the correct dose and to ensure they will not interact with other medications your dog is taking. Some medications are toxic. If the condition you are treating does not respond to treatment, contact your veterinarian.
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Obesity is the most common problem in cats in North America and leads to an increased risk of diabetes mellitus, heart disease, and several types of cancer. Extra body fat causes increased inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Reducing inflammation and pain can help an overweight cat to regain activity, which in turn can lead to more appropriate weight loss. Obesity can be prevented or reversed when cat owners are aware of calorie intake, body condition, and improving movement or activity.
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Obesity is a common problem in cats. It results from too many calories being eaten and not enough calories being burned. Extra body fat causes increased inflammation in the body, worsening osteoarthritis and joint disease. To prevent your cat from becoming obese, speak to your veterinarian about your cat’s calorie needs and an appropriate food for your cat's life stage. Increasing your cat's daily activity can help prevent or reverse obesity. Be aware of your cat's body condition and keep track of her weight.
