Evaluation of owner education as a component of obesity treatment programs for dogs

Yaissle, Jill E.; Holloway, Cheryl; Buffington, C.A. Tony

doi:10.2460/javma.2004.224.1932

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“…Therefore, the use of a purposeformulated diet remains the principal method for controlled weight loss, usually in conjunction with changes in lifestyle designed to increase activity and control feeding of extra food (e.g. as treats or table scraps) (26)(27)(28)(29) .…”

Section: Overview Of Obesity Managementmentioning

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Outcomes of weight management in obese pet dogs: what can we do better?

German

2016

Proc. Nutr. Soc.

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Obesity is arguably the biggest health and welfare issue affecting pet dogs. Although successful weight loss has health benefits, current strategies are far from ideal. Many obese dogs that start a weight programme fail to lose weight, or subsequently regain the weight they have lost. Given that current weight loss strategies are not perfect, clinicians need to focus carefully on tailoring the programme, perhaps setting a pragmatic target for weight loss, so as to ensure the benefits are maximised. This review will summarise key findings from recent clinical research into pet obesity, and present a framework for improving success, by better tailoring weight management regimens and end points to the individual.

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Section: Overview Of Obesity Managementmentioning

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“…the first 2-3 months) (26,29,32,36) . Such work certainly provides useful information on the early stages of a weight loss protocol, such as initial rate and initial energy intake required for weight loss.…”

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Outcomes of weight management in obese pet dogs: what can we do better?

German

2016

Proc. Nutr. Soc.

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“…There are different approaches to weight management method and diet (Yaissle et al 2004;Saker and Remillard 2005). For diet, both the degree of energy restriction and the composition of an optimal weight loss diet are topics of current interest.…”

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Theoretical evaluation of risk for nutritional deficiency with caloric restriction in dogs

Linder

Freeman

Morris³

et al. 2012

Veterinary Quarterly

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Background: Risk of nutrient deficiency in dogs during caloric restriction is not currently known, while obesity is a growing concern. Objectives: To determine nutrients that might require further evaluation for the risk of deficiency during caloric restriction. Animals and methods: Five commercially available canine diets, representing a range of caloric density (2900-4240 kcal/kg metabolizable energy), were assessed for potential nutrient inadequacy if fed to a hypothetical overweight dog. Caloric density and typical nutrient analysis for protein, amino acids, fat, fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins were obtained from the manufacturer. Nutrient intake was calculated using ideal body weight for caloric intakes including 87, 79, 70, 61 and 52 kcal/kg 0.75 and compared with National Research Council recommended nutrient allowances (NRC-RA) for ideal weight. Results: No diets were less than NRC-RA when compared to NRC-RA (/1000 kcal). The five evaluated diets varied in terms of which nutrients were less than NRC-RA and the degree of restriction required for this to occur. All diets had at least one essential nutrient less than NRC-RA at 79 kcal/kg 0.75 /day and multiple nutrients less than NRC-RA at 70 kcal/kg 0.75 /day. Choline and selenium were the nutrients most often affected by caloric restriction but others were less than the NRC-RA with caloric restriction. Conclusions: Further research is needed to determine actual nutrient requirements in overweight dogs, and whether clinical nutrient deficiencies actually arise in vivo. Clinical importance: Weight loss plans for overweight dogs (particularly those with very low-energy requirements) should include consideration for nutrient adequacy.

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“…Weight loss of about 10 to 15 per cent of bodyweight (BW) is known to reduce clinical symptoms associated with osteoarthritic pain in dogs (Impellizeri and others 2000) and humans (Huang and others 2000, Snibbe and Gambardella 2005). Depending on the BW of the dog, it may take three to six months or longer until the desired weight is reached (Yaissle and others 2004).…”

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Liposuction – removal of giant lipomas for weight loss in a dog with severe hip osteoarthritis

Böttcher

Klüter

Krastel

et al. 2006

J of Small Animal Practice

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An extremely obese, mixed breed dog, with severe bilateral hip osteoarthritis was presented with progressive hindlimb lameness. In addition, three giant lipomas were diagnosed, one causing mechanical irritation within the left axillary region. Previous treatments of dietary weight loss and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs had failed. Minimally invasive liposuction of the lipomas was performed, resulting in weight loss of 3 kg, representing 10 per cent of the dog's bodyweight. Conservative treatment was continued, and the dog improved rapidly postoperatively. Liposuction of lipomas may be considered as an alternative to traditional surgical resection in cases where seroma formation and delayed wound healing may be expected. Acute weight loss through liposuction may improve lameness associated with osteoarthritis and motivate the owner compliance for further weight loss.

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Evaluation of owner education as a component of obesity treatment programs for dogs

Abstract: Mean decrease in BCS of 2 and mean weight loss of 15% were achieved and maintained in all dogs. An obesity treatment program that included dietary changes and monthly weight checks during the weight loss and weight maintenance periods was sufficient to achieve these results.

Cited by 53 publications

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Outcomes of weight management in obese pet dogs: what can we do better?

Outcomes of weight management in obese pet dogs: what can we do better?

Theoretical evaluation of risk for nutritional deficiency with caloric restriction in dogs

Liposuction – removal of giant lipomas for weight loss in a dog with severe hip osteoarthritis

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