Fat” and “Obese” are Not Four-Letter Words

An assessment of your dog’s weight is a medical issue, not an indictment of you.

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People tend to shut down when the veterinarian says their dog is fat or obese. They take it as an affront, often interpreting those words to mean they are being told they are irresponsible pet owners.

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