India, Nov. 10 -- Being overweight or obese can lead to many health issues, and the same is true for pets. You might find it endearing when your pet gains weight and looks chubby and fluffy, perfect for cuddles. But excess weight may put additional strain on their joints and increase the risk of health problems that are not immediately visible.

Pet obesity is easy to overlook, especially when the gradual weight gain is mistaken for harmless cute chubiness. Dr Maneesh Kumar Gupta, MD and founder of VETLAB, highlighted the scale of the concern.

"Global veterinary data compiled by the World Pet Obesity Association places 40 to 60 per cent of dogs and cats in the overweight or obese range across clinics in North America, Europe, Asia and Au...