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Your pet can't talk and often shows no signs when something is wrong. So how do you know? This new program catches many diseases early and can extend the life of your pet. Give your pet a healthy start in the new year and make a bloodwork appointment.

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January 2010

Team Up With Your Pet and Lose Weight Together in 2010

50% of adult dogs and cats in the US are overweight. Don't let obesity affect your pet's overall comfort and quality of life.

Cat or dog? Doesn't matter. 

5 Steps To Fitness

1. GET ACTIVE: 

DOGS: Brave the elements and hit the pavement. Raincoat, sweater, water bottle; grab whatever you need and get out the door for a walk. If the two of you can only take short walks, try taking two a day.

CATS: While you're preparing to exercise spend a couple minutes engaging your cat in activity.Some simple tips to get your cat to move more are:

• Move the food bowl as far away from their favorite haunts as possible.
• Use feather toys, flashlights, paperbags, or balls to engage your cat in activity for 10 minutes twice a day. Experiment and remember that what's exciting today may be boring tomorrow.
• Play fetch, toss their kibbles and combine mealtime with playtime.

 2. PORTION CONTROL: Get rid of the self-feeders. Try small meals more frequently for both of you. Don't leave a full bowl out all day for your pet and don't put huge portions on your plate.

 3. JUST A FEW TREATS:

When your pet is begging for treats give her a few treats. By a few, try 1-3 not a handful. Same goes for you...try a few M&M's not the whole bag. Remember one dog bone can be as many as 100 extra calories.

4. MORE WATER:

Water is filling and can be enough to curb a craving. Offer fresh water instead of food. 

CATS: They love fresh water so when they are eyeing the empty food bowl, fill up the water bowl instead.

DOGS: The more outdoor activity your dog has the more he'll fill up on water.

5. CUDDLE UP:

Do you sit with your pet by your side and snack in the evenings? Embrace new healthy habits with your pet.

CATS: Play, cuddle and chat with your cat instead of snacking.

DOG: Train, walk or play with your dog instead of him waiting for the chips to fall off your lap.

Remember to consult both your doctor and veterinarian before beginning a new diet program for you and your pet. Also visit www.petobesityprevention.com for more information.

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to your account when you refer a friend and they come in for their first appointment to

Largo Veterinary Hospital

January 2010 Pet Of the Month

Meet "Loui" Thomas

Hi, my name is Loui and I am Largo Veterinary Hospital’s January Pet of the Month. I am a 5-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat that is a Hurricane Katrina survivor. I am extremely affectionate and love life. I enjoy playing and hanging out with my family more than anything. My favorite treat is wet cat food. Much to my mom’s dismay I love lizards, too! One time my mom threw a ball and I jumped four feet in the air to catch it. My owners love me so much that they let me play in my favorite part of the house: the screened in area around the pool. I am so spoiled that I even get to sleep with my owners.