Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Increase the success of weight loss programs by creating an environment for change.
- Journal:
- Compendium (Yardley, PA)
- Year:
- 2010
- Authors:
- Churchill, Julie
- Affiliation:
- University of Minnesota · United States
Abstract
Veterinary professionals frequently recommend weight loss programs for pets, but success is often elusive. By learning techniques to assess clients' readiness for change, the veterinary team can apply communication tools and strategies to help clients overcome obstacles and barriers to sustainable change. With a better assessment of a client's ability to change, a weight loss plan can be implemented at the right time in the right way to achieve better adherence to the agreed-upon plan and improve patient health.
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Search related cases →Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21882167/