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Is Fido too fat?


America has an obesity problem--and not just among human. At least 20 percent of the U.S. pup population is overweight, and 5 percent obese o·bese
adj.
Extremely fat; very overweight.



obese

characterized by obesity.

obese adjective Characterized by obesity, see there; excessively fat
. Enter Slentrol, the first-ever diet pill diet pill Drug slang A euphemism for an amphetamine Vox populi An agent that either ↓ appetite or ↑ basal metabolic rate–eg, amphetamines–by prescription and OTC diet aids–eg phenylpropanolamine, ephedrine, caffeine; in high doses, DPs  for dogs. It was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration last month. Veterinarians Veterinarians and veterinary surgeons (vets) are medical professionals who operate exclusively on animals. Well-known and notable veterinarians include:
  • Wayne Allard, a U.S.
 are seeing an increasing number of canines Canines
The two sharp teeth located next to the front incisor teeth in mammals that are used to grip and tear.

Mentioned in: Animal Bite Infections
 with obesity-related ailments, including heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. Theg agree t many dogs need to lose weight.

But is giving your pup some pills the best course? Most vets prefer the same method that works for humans: healthier Foods, smaller portions, and 20 to 30 minutes of exercise per day.
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Title Annotation:Animals
Publication:Junior Scholastic
Date:Feb 12, 2007
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