Obesity isn’t just a human problem; around 60% of cats and dogs in the U.S. are considered overweight or obese. Now, a new treatment that started with humans may be making its way to our furry friends ...

The 50 cats in MEOW-1 will be given an implant smaller than a microchip. Some cats will receive a placebo, while others will ...

A small device implanted in cats could change the way we tackle pet obesity, releasing medication to improve health without ...

Some experts cited the case of Slentrol, an older weight loss drug for dogs made by Pfizer’s animal health division (which later became a stand-alone company called Zoetis). Slentrol, which was ...

Recapping some of the most talked-about news this week from the nation and around the world – in case you missed it.

Her murder went unsolved for decades. DNA from paper bags now points to one of Colorado’s ‘most prolific serial killers’ I toured the White House to see Melania Trump's Christmas decorations. The East ...

Did you know that 30 percent of cats ore overweight, 27 percent are obese and 36 percent of dogs are overweight and 17 percent are obese? Surprising but true, a 12-pound Yorkie is the same as an ...

DEAR PET TALK: I have two cats. One slim, one, getting fatter by the day. How do I slim down the fat cat without depriving the slim cat? I have a regular life. I work. I go out. I can’t be here 24-7. ...

Some pets have wide-ranging effects on the planet. Here’s how to lessen them. Credit...Photo Illustration by The New York Times; Shutterstock Supported by By Rachel Nuwer Our dogs and cats provide all ...