10/14/2026
It’s Pet Obesity Awareness Day 🐾
Pet obesity awareness day is about helping other pets live longer, healthier, more comfortable lives. Obesity is an accumulation of excess body fat that results in an unhealthy body weight. While weight can be measured easily on a scale, determining a pet’s ideal body condition requires looking at more than just the number. According to the 2022 Association for Pet Obesity Prevention survey, 59% of dogs and 61% of cats are overweight.
The good news? Pet obesity is often preventable. Maintaining a healthy diet, appropriate portions, regular exercise, and routine veterinary checkups can help keep our pets healthier and happier. ❤️
If you’re unsure whether your pet is at a healthy weight, talk with your veterinary team about their ideal body condition and nutrition needs.
Here we have a Body Condition Score (BCS) chart for dogs and cats to help you visually understand what a healthy body weight looks like compared with overweight and obese body conditions.
🐾 Every pet is different, and maintaining a healthy weight is an important part of their overall health and well-being. If you’re unsure about your pet’s ideal body condition, talk with your veterinarian!