Summary: According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, there are over 54 million cats and dogs in the United States that are overweight. What is worse, many pet owners are in denial thinking, "Oh no, not my pet, it just has big bones or is just a little fluffy." February has been designated the first ever "National Canine Weight Check" month. This is the perfect time for pet owners to determine if their pet is really fit or flabby, fluffy or fat. My guest today is Dr. Elizabeth Flickinger of Iams Pet Care. Dr. Beth has a Ph.D. in nutritional sciences and is a registered dietician. She is currently a senior scientist at Proctor and Gamble, with a primary research focus on obesity and obesity related conditions in dogs and cats.
