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The British Small Animal Veterinary Association recommends the principal
of pet health insurance to its members and their clients. |
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Does your pet need to make a New
Year's Resolution?
(10/12/2003)
January is the traditional time when after the excesses of Christmas we
think about our weight! Research by the World Health Organisation
reveals that in the UK a staggering 40% of the population are clinically
obese, meaning they are 15-20% overweight.
But its not just humans that have weight problems, says Dr Eric Jackson
B.V.M & S., Ph.D., MRCVS, veterinary advisor for Pinnacle Pet Healthcare
Limited. It is estimated that 1 in 4 domestic pets are also clinically
obese. Pet owners often blame neutering but more often than not the real
reason is over-feeding and lack of exercise just like us.
Many veterinary practices offer weight clinics for pets. The practice
can offer advice on the ideal weight for your pet and the most
appropriate exercise routine to assist with weight management.
There are also clinical reasons for obesity such as under-activity of
the thyroid gland - but if you are concerned that your pet is overweight
you should seek advice from your veterinary surgeon. Like us, overweight
animals are at a much greater risk of suffering from a wide range of
problems such as arthritis, heart disease, liver disease, skin disease,
diabetes and respiratory problems. Obese pets are also at an increased
risk should they require surgery and can take longer to recover from
anaesthetics.
One owner who was determined to keep her pets in good health was Karen
Whyatt. Karen regularly runs with her husky dogs, Eleska and Monty and
even New Years Eve, 2002, was no exception!
While out running, Karen slipped and fell and the threesome came to an
abrupt stop. Unfortunately, Eleska must have landed awkwardly – she
began crying. A trip to the vet revealed that Eleska had broken her leg
… in three places! She had also damaged a vein in the process.
An operation to pin the broken bones followed along with a vet’s bill of
£1670.25 – a hefty sum to find after the festive period. Fortunately,
Eleska’s veterinary bill was fully reimbursed by her
pet insurance
policy with Pinnacle Pet Healthcare.
Karen Whyatt said,
“It was such a relief that we had thought to take out
dog insurance for Eleska. We were able to concentrate on her making a full recovery rather
than worrying about the cost of the treatment.”
Pinnacle Pet Healthcare Limited offers comprehensive lifetime insurance
for dogs and cats. Cover starts from as little as £4.94 a month for cats
and £7.86 for dogs. |
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