All Creatures

A Weighty Issue

A dozen years ago, our veterinarian informed me that our spaniel, Kelly, was at risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes, all of which could shorten her life. Why? She was overweight. Since I wanted to shed a few pounds myself, the two of us got in shape together.

According to the Association for Pet Obesity

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