This study investigates the causes and management of dog obesity from questionnaires answered by Australian dog owners (219) and veterinary practices (153). While veterinarians think that management includes reducing the amount of food, owners think that the vet will change the diet. According to veterinarians, only 3% of cases can be attributed to dog specific factors.
Dog obesity: veterinary practices' and owners' opinions on cause and management.
Bland, I.M.