Comments on: Are You Killing Your Pet?

By: Pet Treats & Pet Parenting — Pet Parenting School

Pet Treats & Pet Parenting — Pet Parenting School — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:26:56 +0000

[...] I’ve written about pet obesity before and am sad to say that over 40% of pet households contain animals that are [...]

By: Ark Lady

Ark Lady — Mon, 18 May 2009 23:42:13 +0000

@Julie: Yes, I agree. In the training world I find that many people think they have to reward their pet with a treat instead of simply praise or play. I’d love to see people get more active with their pet and cut all the treats into tiny kernel sized pieces–less calories that way too!

By: Julie

Julie — Wed, 13 May 2009 01:41:26 +0000

People often feel guilty for not spending time with their pets and will love them with food and treats. A trim/lean pet has been proven in studies to live a longer life. If you are wanting to do a good thing for your pet instead of giving them a treat, take them for a walk around the block. Good for you, good for your dog!!

By: Ark Lady

Ark Lady — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 00:51:06 +0000

Some of my colleagues are too quick to look to drugs before really exploring a situation. “Newest & Easiest” is what attracts some. Thanks for stopping by!

By: Anne Good

Anne Good — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 00:41:37 +0000

My thoughts exactly. It seems medical professionals are too quick to push drugs as the solution although it is not surprising since a growing number of continuing ed programs are overseen by the drug manufacturers.

By: Ark Lady

Ark Lady — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 19:07:46 +0000

I agree, it is a disturbing trend when the first impulse is to give animals drugs instead of addressing the situation.

By: Smith

Smith — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:48:16 +0000

My opinion is that drugs are not a good solution for most pets. Owners should be monitoring pet health and following the recommendations from their veterinarian.