Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
New definitions for obesity in pets - why it matters
By German, Alexander J et al.·Published in The Veterinary record·2025·University of Liverpool., United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: 'We should adopt new definitions for clinical obesity in companion animals'.
Plain-English summary
A group of veterinarians is suggesting that the way we define obesity in pets should be updated, similar to recent changes in human medicine. They believe that clearer definitions would help veterinarians better assess and manage obesity in companion animals. This could lead to improved health outcomes for pets. The authors are encouraging the veterinary community to adopt these new definitions.
Abstract
Alex German, Georgiana Woods, Ernie Ward and Julie Churchill explain that in human medicine new, clearer definitions for obesity have been adopted. They propose that similar definitions should be taken on in companion animal practice and urge the veterinary profession to consider these.
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