Description
Book SynopsisPractical 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.
Trade Review“This book should be a go-to resource for veterinary health teams who take weight management of their patients seriously.” (Journal of The American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 December 2012)
“It is particularly valuable for providing practice-directed tips and pointers and addressing the real issues in trying to assess and manage overweight pets.” (Doody’s, 26 April 2013)
“Of course, this is combined with adequate dietary changes and is an excellent way to bond the clients to the practice.” (Vet Nurses Today, 2012)
Table of ContentsList 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
