“Caloric restriction, or fasting, is one of the most well-established interventions for extending lifespan and improving ...

Recapping some of the most talked-about news this week from the nation and around the world – in case you missed it.

If you’re wondering is my cat overweight? And perhaps how to afford copious amounts of the best dry cat food to keep up with their appetite - you’re not alone. Many pet owners are concerned about ...

Overfeeding, lack of physical exercise, and the convenience of calorie-dense foods are cited as key contributors to excess ...

Everyone knows fat cats are adorable. Don’t believe it? A quick browse through the #catsofinstagram hashtag should convince you. Unfortunately, pet obesity has become a growing concern for both ...

Up to 50 cats are expected to participate in the trial, with their weight and health metrics monitored at three and six months.

A San Francisco pharmaceutical company has started a clinical trial that uses implants to help cats lose weight, and the first feline has already received a dose. Calling the research “ManagEment of ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2021. Q: My cat Fred’s fat underbelly swings when he walks. I think it’s ...

An estimated 57% of U.S. cats are overweight or obese, according to a 2008 study by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. So WebMD asked Rolan Tripp, DVM, for advice on how to get fat cats back ...

Weight loss journeys are never easy; they require patience and time. The same goes for cats. In fact, around 60% of house cats are overweight, and some reach extreme levels where serious intervention ...

BELLINGHAM, Wash. -- A fat cat from Washington has reached viral fame after video of her protesting her workout routine went viral. Exercise is rarely fun, as Cinderblock the Cat can attest. But no ...

Dogs and cats carrying too much extra weight is a widespread problem: a 2022 survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention found that over half of all domestic cats and dogs in the U.S. are ...