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Shedding the “COVID 15” weight gain: 5 Tips to keep your dog or cat in shape
Tomorrow (Oct. 14) is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day and as more people are home with their pets during the pandemic, there are more opportunities for them to “treat” their furry friends. But beware, table scraps and extra treats can add up quickly—just a 5 oz serving of dark meat turkey for your small dog can be the caloric equivalent of an entire 8-inch pumpkin pie for you! Research has shown that 1 out of 3 dogs and cats are overweight. In addition, Trupanion data reveals that pet owners with overweight pets spend as much as five times more in veterinary expenses than pet owners with average-sized pets. So Trupanion, a leader in medical insurance for cats…


