Evaluation of the occurrence of metabolic syndrome in obese dogs and the role of caloric restriction diet as an adjuvant therapy

Metabolic syndrome, or metabolic dysfunction related to obesity in dogs, is a set of factors that may predispose comorbidities secondary to obesity. Adjuvant therapy with an energy-restricted diet, especially with low levels of carbohydrate and fat, is essential for weight loss, in addition to contr...

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Main Authors: Camila Gasparotto Fernandes, Breno Fernando Martins de Almeida, Beatriz Perez Floriano, Felipe Gazza Romão
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade Federal Rural do Semi-Árido (UFERSA) 2023-03-01
Series:Acta Veterinaria Brasilica
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Online Access:https://periodicos.ufersa.edu.br/acta/article/view/10960