Outcomes of weight management in obese pet dogs: what can we do better?

German, Alexander J ORCID: 0000-0002-3017-7988 (2016) Outcomes of weight management in obese pet dogs: what can we do better? PROCEEDINGS OF THE NUTRITION SOCIETY, 75 (3). pp. 398-404. ISSN 0029-6651, 1475-2719

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Abstract

Obesity is arguably the biggest health and welfare issue affecting pet dogs. Although successful weight loss has health benefits, current strategies are far from ideal. Many obese dogs that start a weight programme fail to lose weight, or subsequently regain the weight they have lost. Given that current weight loss strategies are not perfect, clinicians need to focus carefully on tailoring the programme, perhaps setting a pragmatic target for weight loss, so as to ensure the benefits are maximised. This review will summarise key findings from recent clinical research into pet obesity, and present a framework for improving success, by better tailoring weight management regimens and end points to the individual.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Overweight, Canine, Dietary energy restriction, Success, Rebound
Depositing User:	Symplectic Admin
Date Deposited:	13 May 2016 15:31
Last Modified:	22 May 2026 22:47
DOI:	10.1017/S0029665116000185
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URI:	https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/3001233
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