Dr. Ward was interviewed by the Washington Post through their new Live Q&A Chat. Here is a little snippet from that interview. Click here to view the full interview conducted April 13, 2010 Question: PEOPLE FOOD What is your opinion of giving dogs “people food”? I often give my dog a little scrambled egg or [...]
Founder of APOP Writes Book on Dog Obesity
CHOW HOUNDS (2010 HCI) by Dr. Ernie Ward explores the factors that have contributed to the gradual deterioration of our pets’ health over the past several decades: the ways that veterinarians are educated and how they practice nutrition; the seduction and manipulation by major pet food companies; this country’s insatiable urge to incorporate food into [...]
Top Pet Fitness and Weight Loss Products of 2009
Click here to download PDF of press release With half of America’s pets now estimated to be overweight, the demand for pet fitness products has never been greater. This year the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) is proud to announce its Top Pet Fitness and Weight Loss Products for 2009. If you’re looking to [...]
Over Half Nation’s Pets Overweight
“Pudgy pooches and fat cats are now the norm.” states Dr. Ernie Ward, founder and President of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). “This is the first generation of pets that will not live as long as their parents. Even worse, the majority of today’s overweight pets will endure painful and expensive medical conditions [...]
Pet Obesity Expands in US
Nationwide study finds half of dogs and cats now overweight or obese, an increase from 2007. In the US, over 44% of dogs and 57% of cats are now estimated to be overweight or obese according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). The second annual National Pet Obesity Day Study conducted in October, [...]
New Data Suggests Pet Obesity is on the Rise
A new nationwide study indicates that pet obesity continues to expand. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), almost half of the nation’s dogs and cats are now overweight or obese. The group conducted the National Pet Obesity Awareness Day study in October 2007 and found 43% of all dogs and 53% of [...]
The Thanksgiving Spread—Plenty Means Plump for People and Pets
Thanksgiving is the official start of the holiday season – and the start of holiday weight gain for both people and their pets. With plates piled high with turkey and dressing, sweet potato casserole, and pumpkin pie, it’s natural to want to share this banquet with our pet loved ones. While sharing our holiday meals [...]
Pets’ Weight Gain Over the Holidays can put Them at Risk
Just like their owners, cats and dogs tend to gain weight between Thanksgiving and the New Year. So you may want to think twice before giving your pets special holiday treats this season. An estimated 45% of the 130 million pets in the United States are overweight or obese, putting them at risk for diabetes, [...]
Pet Obesity Continues to Grow in US
Pet Obesity Continues to Grow in US Results of 2009 National Pet Obesity Awareness Day Study NATIONWIDE STUDY FINDS NUMBER OF OVERWEIGHT DOGS AND CATS INCREASING; OWNERS OF LARGER DOGS AND CATS LESS AWARE OF PROBLEM Click here for the downloadable version. Calabash, NC – March 9, 2010. In the US, over 45% of dogs [...]
