Nutrition for aging cats and dogs and the importance of body condition

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作者
Laflamme, DP [1 ]
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[1] Nestle Purina Petcare Res, St Louis, MO 63164 USA
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10.1016/j.cvsm.2004.12.011
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S85 [动物医学(兽医学)];
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0906 ;
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A thorough geriatric evaluation and management plan should include a comprehensive dietary evaluation, with consideration for changing nutritional needs of the older pet. The most common nutrition-related problem in pet dogs and cats is obesity Conversely, many geriatric pets are underweight or losing weight. This article addresses these topics as well as other obesity-related conditions that may benefit from dietary management.
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