The World Health Organization defines obesity as 'abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a health risk. The majority of cats and dogs in the United States are overweight or obese – 59.5 percent of cats and 55.8 percent of dogs – a statistic that hasn't budged in recent years, according to a survey of pet owners and veterinarians. Obesity has become an extremely important health problem in the Western world, not only for humans but also for dogs and cats. The primary reason for the development of obesity in any animal is that they are consuming more energy than they are expending. For more details, visit solutionforpets.tumblr.com/post/664112632048107520/a-brief-views-on-obesity-in-pets