Pet owners should always think about what and how often they feed their pets, says Julie Churchill, small animal nutrition specialist in the U's College of Veterinary Medicine . Churchill says obesity is the leading nutritional disease in cats and dogs, which is why she is working with pet owners and other veterinarians to develop weight loss programs for overweight pets. Together they record the animal's diet history, calculate a target weight and select a suitable diet and exercise regimen to achieve gradual weight loss. Sponsored by the Minnesota Journalism Center, the event is free and open to the public. Murphy Hall is located at 206 Church St. S.E. on the university's east bank.
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