The effect of reducing energy density, via the addition of water to dry diet, on body weight and activity in dogs

Approximately 40 % of pet dogs are estimated to be overweight and this is associated with health conditions significantly reducing life span and quality. In cats, dietary energy dilution has been reported to increase activity levels and aid healthy body-weight maintenance. Our aim was to investigate...

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Main Authors: Janet E. Alexander, Alison Colyer, Penelope J. Morris
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Cambridge University Press 2017-01-01
Series:Journal of Nutritional Science
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Online Access:https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S204867901700043X/type/journal_article