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Pet Obesity an Increasing Problem

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November 12, 2009

Over the past 20 years, U.S. obesity rates have increased in adults and children, and now it appears that the dramatic rise affects household pets as well. In this videocast, guest presenter Dr. Lisa Freeman from Tufts University's Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine explains how the family pet can be susceptible to some of the same health risks as its owners when it comes to being overweight.

Related Links:

U.S. Obesity Trends by State 1985 - 2008 (CDC)