The United States has a fat cure for dogs
The US Food and Drug Administration yesterday approved a dog weight loss drug, aimed at reducing the number of obese girls in the country.
The US Food and Drug Administration yesterday approved a dog weight loss drug, aimed at reducing the number of obese girls in the country.
Americans feed 65 million dogs and 40% of American families have this kind of animal in the house. Dogs are considered overweight when they are 20% heavier than their ideal weight. Polls show that 5% of dogs in the US are obese and about 20-30% at overweight.
Slentrol is expected to be available in the market this spring and at a price of 1-2 USD / day. The drug is in liquid form and can cause some side effects such as diarrhea, vomiting, anorexia.
As in people, obesity can lead to diabetes, heart and joint problems in dogs.
The drug will appeal to owners who want to find a quick and simple way to lose weight for their dogs, Bonnie Beaver, professor of veterinary science, commented: ' Of course the ideal is for dogs. eat less and exercise more. We all know how beneficial it is to ourselves . '
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