What Is the Cost of Weight Loss? An Approach to Commercial (Dry and Wet) and Homemade Diets
In the context of the rising prevalence of obesity among pets, this study aimed to assess the economic aspects of weight reduction protocols for dogs and cats, considering the lack of information and the varying costs of commercial and homemade diets. The results indicated an average weekly weight l...
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| author | Thiago Henrique Annibale Vendramini Henrique Tobaro Macedo Andressa Rodrigues Amaral Rafael Vessecchi Amorim Zafalon Adrielly Aparecida do Carmo Cinthia Gonçalves Lenz Cesar Pedro Henrique Marchi Júlio Cesar de Carvalho Balieiro Marcio Antonio Brunetto |
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| description | In the context of the rising prevalence of obesity among pets, this study aimed to assess the economic aspects of weight reduction protocols for dogs and cats, considering the lack of information and the varying costs of commercial and homemade diets. The results indicated an average weekly weight loss rate of 1.02% for dogs and 0.92% for cats, with a reduction in body fat mass (<i>p</i> < 0.005). The cost analysis included an evaluation of both dry and wet commercial prescription diets as well as homemade diets. The results unveiled higher expenses associated to wet commercial diets, followed by homemade and dry commercial diets (<i>p</i> < 0.001). The study demonstrated that despite the initial investment, the long-term benefits of weight loss, including improved health and reduced financial burdens for owners, justify the expenses incurred. This comprehensive analysis provides veterinarians and pet owners with valuable insights into the economic considerations of weight reduction protocols, facilitating informed decision making and promoting pet well-being. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-6bf353af68e14f5ba88f741138e028202024-03-12T16:37:50ZengMDPI AGAnimals2076-26152024-02-0114567910.3390/ani14050679What Is the Cost of Weight Loss? An Approach to Commercial (Dry and Wet) and Homemade DietsThiago Henrique Annibale Vendramini0Henrique Tobaro Macedo1Andressa Rodrigues Amaral2Rafael Vessecchi Amorim Zafalon3Adrielly Aparecida do Carmo4Cinthia Gonçalves Lenz Cesar5Pedro Henrique Marchi6Júlio Cesar de Carvalho Balieiro7Marcio Antonio Brunetto8Pet Nutrology Research Center (CEPEN Pet), Department of Animal Nutrition and Production, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Pirassununga 13635-900, BrazilPet Nutrology Research Center (CEPEN Pet), Department of Animal Nutrition and Production, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Pirassununga 13635-900, BrazilVeterinary Nutrology Service, Veterinary Teaching Hospital, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Sao Paulo 05508-270, BrazilPet Nutrology Research Center (CEPEN Pet), Department of Animal Nutrition and Production, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Pirassununga 13635-900, BrazilPet Nutrology Research Center (CEPEN Pet), Department of Animal Nutrition and Production, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Pirassununga 13635-900, BrazilPet Nutrology Research Center (CEPEN Pet), Department of Animal Nutrition and Production, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Pirassununga 13635-900, BrazilPet Nutrology Research Center (CEPEN Pet), Department of Animal Nutrition and Production, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Pirassununga 13635-900, BrazilPet Nutrology Research Center (CEPEN Pet), Department of Animal Nutrition and Production, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Pirassununga 13635-900, BrazilPet Nutrology Research Center (CEPEN Pet), Department of Animal Nutrition and Production, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Pirassununga 13635-900, BrazilIn the context of the rising prevalence of obesity among pets, this study aimed to assess the economic aspects of weight reduction protocols for dogs and cats, considering the lack of information and the varying costs of commercial and homemade diets. The results indicated an average weekly weight loss rate of 1.02% for dogs and 0.92% for cats, with a reduction in body fat mass (<i>p</i> < 0.005). The cost analysis included an evaluation of both dry and wet commercial prescription diets as well as homemade diets. The results unveiled higher expenses associated to wet commercial diets, followed by homemade and dry commercial diets (<i>p</i> < 0.001). The study demonstrated that despite the initial investment, the long-term benefits of weight loss, including improved health and reduced financial burdens for owners, justify the expenses incurred. This comprehensive analysis provides veterinarians and pet owners with valuable insights into the economic considerations of weight reduction protocols, facilitating informed decision making and promoting pet well-being.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/5/679companion animalexpensemetabolic weightprescription dietregimenunconventional food |
| spellingShingle | Thiago Henrique Annibale Vendramini Henrique Tobaro Macedo Andressa Rodrigues Amaral Rafael Vessecchi Amorim Zafalon Adrielly Aparecida do Carmo Cinthia Gonçalves Lenz Cesar Pedro Henrique Marchi Júlio Cesar de Carvalho Balieiro Marcio Antonio Brunetto What Is the Cost of Weight Loss? An Approach to Commercial (Dry and Wet) and Homemade Diets Animals companion animal expense metabolic weight prescription diet regimen unconventional food |
| title | What Is the Cost of Weight Loss? An Approach to Commercial (Dry and Wet) and Homemade Diets |
| title_full | What Is the Cost of Weight Loss? An Approach to Commercial (Dry and Wet) and Homemade Diets |
| title_fullStr | What Is the Cost of Weight Loss? An Approach to Commercial (Dry and Wet) and Homemade Diets |
| title_full_unstemmed | What Is the Cost of Weight Loss? An Approach to Commercial (Dry and Wet) and Homemade Diets |
| title_short | What Is the Cost of Weight Loss? An Approach to Commercial (Dry and Wet) and Homemade Diets |
| title_sort | what is the cost of weight loss an approach to commercial dry and wet and homemade diets |
| topic | companion animal expense metabolic weight prescription diet regimen unconventional food |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/5/679 |
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