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Fat cats need slimming.(goodnews: essential health news; pet obesity on rise)(Brief Article)
Pets aren't immune to human habits. A recent study by the National Academy of Sciences concludes that our dogs and cats are too fat. The 500 page report describes a new surge in pet obesity that mirrors what has happened to human waistlines and health. And guess who's to blame? Overfeeding by owners, ...
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