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“Of all pets, dogs appear most likely to positively influence the level of human physical activity.”

Pet Ownership and Cardiovascular Risk

Dr. Glenn N. Levine, MD, FAHA, Chair

American Heart Association Council on Clinical Cardiology

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Obesity in Dogs: A Major Health Threat Hiding in Plain Sight

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/obesity-in-dogs-a-major-health-threat-hiding-in-plain-sight/

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Dog Obesity: Risks, Symptoms, and Weight Loss Solutions

https://www.greatpetcare.com/dog-health/dog-obesity-risks-symptoms-solutions/ 

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Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: Obesity & Weight Management Tips

https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/riney-canine-health-center/health-info/obesity-and-weight-management-tips

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Association for Pet Obesity Prevention: Being Active With Your Dog

https://www.petobesityprevention.org/articlesandnews/beingactivewithyourdog

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Five Ways Being Overweight Can Harm Your Dog’s Health

https://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/2017/10/dogobesity/

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Study Finds Overweight Dogs Live Shorter Lives

https://www.avma.org/javma-news/2019-03-01/study-finds-overweight-dogs-live-shorter-lives

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How Exercise Can Improve Your Dog’s Mental Health and Brain Function

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-exercise-mental-health/

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Is Dog Owner Obesity a Risk Factor for Canine Obesity? A “One-Health” Study on Human–Animal Interaction in a Region with a High Prevalence of Obesity

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9147579/ 

Dog Health and Obesity

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