It is estimated that up to 60% of pet dogs are overweight or obese. Overweight and obesity in dogs leads to increased risks of disease such as diabetes and osteoarthritis, and a shorter lifespan. Most ...

January’s designation as National Dog Walking Month is encouraging local pet owners to leash up and step outside, promoting ...

My dogs love treats. What dog doesn’t, right? But one of mine is older, has slowed down, and therefore become a little paunchy. So, how do you toss something tasty to the other dogs, but throw her a ...

A veterinarian has expressed his frustration at a common reaction he encounters when informing pet owners that their dog is overweight. Dogs, in all their varied shapes and sizes, require a ...

Dogs in Richmond’s animal shelter need exercise. So do desk-bound city employees. Christie Peters, director of Richmond Animal Care and Control, wondered: Why not pair one with the other? WIth that, ...