We ve all heard the warnings time and again. Lose those extra pounds, say the experts, if you want to stay healthy. Obesity is an ever-growing problem in this country. And while the news stories about America s bulging waistline are more about people and their body fat, obesity is also a problem with many pets. The battle of the bulge, is a problem facing cats and dogs as much as pet owners.
Some dogs get extra treats from the leftovers after a family meal.
But table foods like this are not a good idea for your pet. No matter how you slice or dice them, those table scraps don t provide a well-balanced diet for your furry friend. All they do is give him extra calories, because most of what we feed from the table is high in fat. In addition to adding inches to your pet s waistline, table scraps can cause other serious health problems. Pancreatitis, a painful inflammation of the pancreas, can result from the ingestion of too much fat.