1、UK PET OBESITYBuilding Heathy Habits One Paw Step at a TimeUK Pet Food identifies areas of focus and outlines commitmentsREPORT2024Includes Appendix with new Pro Toolkit for pet care professionalswww.ukpetfood.orgThe Information in this report is intended for the named organisation only.Distribution

2、 of this report outside of the named organisation is strictly prohibited.The contents of the report must not be reproduced by the organisation for commercial gain,unless you enter into a separate written agreement with UK Pet Food.Doing so may violate copyright,trademark,and other laws.WELCOMEFOREWO

3、RDPROFESSIONAL PERSPECTIVES ON PET OBESITYA Major Health Issue Reducing Pets Quality of LifeA Big Financial Risk according to Pet Insurance ExpertsA Growing Problem for Vets and Affecting all Pet SpeciesA Problem for Pet Rehoming ServicesUNDERSTANDING THE GAP&BARRIERS:WHY IS THERE A DISCONNECT?Compa

4、ring Vet and Pet Owner Perspectives on ObesityContributing to a Healthier Future for our PetsFIVE WEIGHTY AREAS OF FOCUS1 The Role of a Complete and Balanced Diet2 Guidance on How Much to Feed3 Treating Pets Well Can Mean Treating Them Less4 Supporting the Weight Management Journey from Day One5 Fee

5、ding Quality InformationA SUMMARY OF UK PET FOODS COMMITMENTS020304 04 05 06 0809 09 1011111213 16 1819 APPENDICES RESOURCES TO SUPPORT COMMUNICATION PRO TOOLKIT 1 The Challenges of Behaviour Change in Combating Obesity by Prof.Thomas L.WebbPRO TOOLKIT 2 Growing Healthy:The Power of Prevention with

6、contributions from Prof.Alex GermanPRO TOOLKIT 3 Top Tips to Support Vets Communicating with Pet Owners by Companion ConsultancyPRO TOOLKIT 4 Top Tips to Support Vet Nurses Running Weight Management Clinics by Joy ShuttPRO TOOLKIT 5 Checklist for Retailers on Communicating with Pet Owners by Jollyes