 with a cat or dog could encounter these bills soon as they believe their pet already is carrying more weight than it should. With almost a fifth (19 per cent) admitting they are already shelling out more to tackle their pets' fluctuating size. The research was commissioned as part of the ManyPets 'Why Weight?' report and launch of its Obesity Learning Hub. Steven Mendel, chief executive and co-founder of the pet insurer, said: 'We understand it can be difficult to resist rewarding pets with extra treats, and heart-breaking to say no to them when they're asking for more food. 'But, with obesity associated health problems becoming more and more prevalent, we urge pet parents to think twice to save their pets. 'We're proud to have launched our Obesity Learning Hub to offer tips and veterinary approved advice for pet parents everywhere.' The research went on to find, with the rising cost of living still looming large for many pet owners, 22 per cent have been forc){kind=link}
HAVING an overweight pet could cost owners £1,500 in vets’ bills per visit, claims data has revealed.
Common health problems caused by excessive weight include cruciate ligament injuries, urinary tract disease, diabetes and arthritis.
Addressing cruciate ligament injuries can mean swallowing a whopping bill of £1,578.28, and urinary tract disease costs for cats are skyrocketing to a jaw dropping £752.06.
Data from pet insurer ManyPets shows, on average, pet owners are forking out £682.65 for a trip to the vets for diabetes, while arthritis costs are coming to £476.61.
However, 51 per cent of cat and dog owners are already concerned about their pets’ weight, a separate poll of 2,000 pet owners found.