Main description:

Practical Weight Management in Dogs and Cats is a comprehensive, clinical reference for the veterinary health team, providing the necessary tools to successfully manage pet obesity. Bringing together specialists in nutrition, internal medicine, critical care, and surgery and rehabilitation, the book provides an overview of prevention techniques, clinical management, and practical tips for implementing successful programs and educating owners. Covering topics ranging from taking a nutritional history and body condition scoring to calculating food dosage and client communication tips, this book is a resource for both veterinarians and veterinary technicians to address the growing problem of pet obesity. The book begins by explaining the clinical importance of obesity, then moves on to diagnosing and preventing obesity. The heart of the book is devoted to managing body weight, with chapters on nutritional, pharmacotherapeutic, and exercise strategies, and two unique chapters cover owner compliance and wellness programs. Practical Weight Management in Dogs and Cats offers a collaborative approach to managing weight in pet dogs and cats.

Contents:

List of Contributors vii Chapter 1 Clinical Importance of Canine and Feline Obesity 3 P. Jane Armstrong and Angela L. Lusby Chapter 2 Diagnosing Obesity 23 Todd L. Towell Chapter 3 Preventing Obesity 47 Mark A. Brady Chapter 4 Nutritional Management of Obesity 87 Todd L. Towell and S. Dru Forrester Chapter 5 Pharmacotherapy for Management of Canine Obesity 131 Sharon Campbell Chapter 6 Therapeutic Exercises 149 Denis J. Marcellin-Little Chapter 7 Owner Education and Adherence 173 Kara Burns and Todd L. Towell Chapter 8 Implementing a Weight Management Program 201 Rebecca L. Remillard Index 227