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Lecture 11: Obesity

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your most common patient will be   show
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show ~61% of cats and 59% of dogs  
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effects of obesity   show
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how does obesity make the pet feel?   show
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show diet, exercise, positive affirmations, owner involvement, follow-up is key  
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goals of weight loss   show
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show keep it simple and start with small goals, aim for 1-2% weight loss per week  
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diet   show
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show they can eat more, keeps them satisfied longer, helps maintain muscle, avoid nutrient deficiencies, more likely to reach target weight  
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meals   show
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show (BW in kg x 30) + 70  
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show 4-5 out of 9  
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show animal is 10% overweight  
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show animal is 20% overweight  
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show animal is 30% overweight  
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show animal is 40% overweight  
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show morbidly obese, > 40% overweight  
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show RER x 0.9 for BCS 6/9, RER x 0.8 for BCS 7/9, RER x 0.7 for BCS 8/9. RER x 0.6 for BCS 9/9  
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show some cups are not the same, gram scale may be the way to go  
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show start with very low impact, avoid jumping/running, short frequent leash walks 3-4x daily (5-10 min ok to start), care/standing exercises; if available, swimming 1 min increments 3x weekly  
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exercise one the pet is conditioned   show
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show weight checks, even a 5-6% weight loss will result in a lameness reduction, aim for 1-2% weight loss per week; if in hospital, 2-4% weight loss per week okay, cats 0.5-2% weight loss per week  
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show free bag of dog food 1st ____ lbs of weight loss, remind clients of health benefits, cost benefits, print award/picture/button/badge; anything to recognize their achievement helps  
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show WHO is feeding the pet, WHAT foods are they feeding, WHY are they feeding; FOOD DOES NOT EQUAL LOVE  
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show stay positive, don't make the client feel guilty, avoid words like obese, fat, cruel, etc., give simple and clear instructions, get client involved, focus on wellness (I want ___ to feel good, etc.), alternative ways to show love (petting/affection, etc.)  
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show educate, plan together with client, food (type and amount), exercise (right for pet and client), follow-up  
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