Wilston Weight Watchers
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Daisy is from Red Hill Vet and went from 7.14kgs to 5.5 kgs |
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Beau is from Portland vet and went from 51 kgs to 41 kgs - Thats a 20% body weight loss!!! CALLING ALL PORKY PETSWilston vet is launching a “Pet Fit” program in conjunction with Hills Pet Foods to encourage pet owners to slim down their tubby feline and canine companions.
A competition is underway to find the “Pet Slimmer of the Year” who will win $2000 worth of travel vouchers (for their owners) and one year’s supply of Hills Pet Food. Porky Pets just need to get their owners to register with Nurse Kelly, who will guide them through a nutrition and exercise regime to shed their pet’s excess kilos and improve their quality of life. Registration is free and includes an initial nurse health consultation, regular weigh-ins, and a food and exercise program tailored to their individual pets needs.
With over 40% of Australian pets considered overweight or obese, this is an opportunity to slim down your pudgy pet back to a healthy happy weight. Overweight pets are at a higher risk of many harmful conditions including heart disease, fatty liver disease, diabetes, respiratory problems, and arthritis, to name just a few. Owners are often unaware just how bad snacks can be for their pets. Did you know that giving your cat 1 cup of milk is the equivalent of giving yourself 4 hamburgers? Call Kelly at Wilston Vet on 3357 3882 to arrange a free weight consultation.
Let us encourage and motivate you and your pet to lead a happier healthier lifestyle.
Who knows…..maybe even you will loose a few kilos as well!
See Dr Meredith Brothers on Channel 9's A Current Affair helping "Hugo" the French Bull Dog loose weight. Click here to go to the video link.
Article taken from the Quest City North News April 8 2010- on Wilston's Pet Fit program |
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Article taken from Sunday Mail April 25th 2010- More about our program.
WILSTON VET WEIGHT WATCHERS WHY IS MY PET’S WEIGHT SO IMPORTANT?
In Australia, almost 50% of dogs and almost 40% of cats are considered to be obese. On average an overweight pet will live 2 and 1/2 years less than a pet with an ideal body weight. Health problems appear when body fat exceeds 15% above ideal body weight.
An overweight pet is at risk of a number of problems including arthritis, diabetes , heart disease, urinary disorders, reproductive disorders, cancer (mammary tumors, transitional cell carcinoma),skin disease anesthetic complications.
HOW DID MY PET BECOME OVERWEIGHT?
There are many factors that can predispose your pet to becoming overweight such as:
What are the signs of an overweight dog?
Does your dog...
I THINK MY PET HAS A WEIGHT PROBLEM
Don’t despair, Wilston Vet has a free Weight Watchers clinic run by our experienced nurses. We can tailor a weight loss program especially for your pet to ensure they reach their ideal weight. Each program is based on your pet’s breed, age and individual needs.
We supply you with a target goal and weight chart and scheduled fortnightly weigh-ins to check on your pet’s progress and to discuss and questions you may have.
It is important that you have a check up with the veterinarian to rule out any medical reasons for your pet’s weight gain prior to booking in a consultation with one of the nurses. Diseases such as diabetes, hypothyroidism and Cushings all can cause your pet to put on weight.
Just reducing the amount of current food you give your animal is not ideal as, although they will lose weight, they will be left hungry and may not be getting all the nutrients they need. The best way to tackle weight loss in dogs and cats is to use a diet specially formulated to be low in calories, reduced fat, and have a high fiber content to help them lose weight while keeping them full.
Exercise is important, but it can be hard if you have an older arthritic dog. However, swimming is a great alternative and there is a brilliant aquatic centre for dogs at Goodna, where you can also board your pet. Visit their site for more info - The Links Aquatic Centre.
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