Helping an overweight pet shed a few kilos is notoriously frustrating for owners who assume that simply slashing their food intake will do the trick. 

However, cutting calories blindly can backfire—slowing down your pet's metabolism, leaving them constantly hungry, and missing underlying medical issues like hypothyroidism. Dr Andrew Cornwell from Cardiff and Cameron Park veterinary hospitals joins Brent to share why the "feed less" approach fails, how to accurately assess body condition scores, and how to safely manage a sustainable weight-loss journey.


The Metabolic Trap: Why slashing food portions too drastically causes a pet's metabolism to slow down and hold onto weight.


The Hidden Calorie Culprits: How unmeasured scoops, high-calorie commercial treats, and human table scraps silently sabotage weight loss.


Medical Roadblocks: Unpacking the hormonal imbalances and health conditions that make unassisted weight loss impossible.


Smart Feeding Strategies: Why you should ditch the volume cups and use kitchen scales, alongside specialized diets that keep pets feeling full.

If you're fighting a losing battle with a chubby cat or dog, this is an absolute must-listen.

Helping an overweight pet shed a few kilos is notoriously frustrating for owners who assume that simply slashing their food intake will do the trick.&nbsp;
However, cutting calories blindly can backfire&mdash;slowing down your pet's metabolism, leaving them constantly hungry, and missing underlying medical issues like hypothyroidism. Dr Andrew Cornwell from Cardiff and Cameron Park veterinary hospitals joins Brent to share why the "feed less" approach fails, how to accurately assess body condition scores, and how to safely manage a sustainable weight-loss journey.
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The Metabolic Trap: Why slashing food portions too drastically causes a pet's metabolism to slow down and hold onto weight.
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The Hidden Calorie Culprits: How unmeasured scoops, high-calorie commercial treats, and human table scraps silently sabotage weight loss.
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Medical Roadblocks: Unpacking the hormonal imbalances and health conditions that make unassisted weight loss impossible.
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Smart Feeding Strategies: Why you should ditch the volume cups and use kitchen scales, alongside specialized diets that keep pets feeling full.
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If you're fighting a losing battle with a chubby cat or dog, this is an absolute must-listen.

Join Brent Bultitude every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.

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Join&nbsp;Brent Bultitude&nbsp;every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.
Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

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