Cohort Study of the Success of Controlled Weight Loss Programs for Obese Dogs.

Background: Most weight loss studies in obese dogs assess rate and percentage of weight loss in the first 2-3 months, rather than the likelihood of successfully reaching target weight.

Objective: To determine outcome of controlled weight loss programs for obese dogs, and to determine the factors associated with successful completion.

Animals: 143 obese dogs undergoing a controlled weight loss program.