GLP-1s for Fluffy?

LeanAF

LeanAF

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After GLP-1s Went Mainstream for Humans, Obese Pets Are Next

The weight-loss transformation that changed human health is maybe coming to pets, seems some pharma places in China are trying to make GLP-1 treatments for chunky cats and doggos. Apparently this one cat gained like 2 pounds...https://www.rudevulture.com
 
That's a good point, but this is interesting to think about.

People always pass off human obesity by blaming it on people not moving enough or being bad at calories. It's harder to say that housecats have gotten less active lately, maybe the ingredients of cat food have changed?
 
If the owner can't be bothered to stop their pet from getting obese, there's no way they'll want to pay for a GLP-1.
 
Obese pets are sad. You should weigh their food and change how much you give them if needed. Ditch the kibble. My dogs eat meat, eggs, and organs. It's not hard or pricey. They smell good, no skin stuff, nice fur and their weight is solid. Not smelling like a walking dog treat is worth it on its own.
 
I have a mini horse with metabolic issues, so he gets special low-carb hay and can't eat grass because it has too much sugar. He was on metformin and something else to help him drop a few pounds, and also his diet. He wasn't even overfed. My vet mentioned a compounded GLP-1 in case he has problems again but said it's crazy expensive.
 
I'd be worried about slowing down horse digestion. All us horse people know how their stomachs are and colic is super dangerous.

Maybe look into BPC157/TB500 and KPV for fixing gut issues and reducing swelling. I just put one of my horses on it, so I don't know if it works yet, but he's doing OK. Started at a small dose on everything and started one thing at a time.
 
I get it. I'd totally give my pet GLPs for reasons other than just weight loss. Like for soothing joint pain, because it's done wonders for me.

I'd use a GLP just for those things even if I didn't lose weight. If you have joint problems you understand how great it is to not be in pain all the time. So, heck yeah, I'd give a GLP to my pets if they are hurting.
 
LabRat_Linda said:
I get it. I'd totally give my pet GLPs for reasons other than just weight loss. Like for soothing joint pain, because it's done wonders for me.
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Interesting point. I hadn't considered the secondary benefits for animals, I was only thinking about weight.
 
I saw a study saying certain weight loss drugs can reduce the chances of prostate and colon issues! Wonder if that would be similar in pets?
 
I heard Ozempic might get cheaper in Canada soon. Does anyone know if people are using Canadian pharmacies to get their prescriptions?
 
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