Success of a weight loss plan for overweight dogs: The results of an international weight loss study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Obesity is a global concern in dogs with an increasing prevalence, and effective weight loss solutions are required that work in different geographical regions. The main objective was to conduct an international, multi-centre, weight loss trial to determine the efficacy of a dietary weight loss intervention in obese pet dogs.

Methods

A 3-month prospective observational cohort study of weight loss in 926 overweight dogs was conducted at 340 veterinary practices in 27 countries. Commercially available dry or wet weight loss diets were used, with the initial energy allocation being 250-335 kJ/kg target body weight0.75/day (60-80 kcal/kg target body weight0.75/day) depending on sex and neuter status. The primary outcome measure was percentage weight loss; the main s

SUBMITTER: Flanagan J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5590893 | biostudies-literature | 2017

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature