Obese Dog? Diet pills Can’t Be the Answer!

Even though there are diet pills for pets on the market… that does not make it right for them to take!  I would not consider giving my beagle a diet pill.  Most dogs do not get overweight on their own.  Its up to the pet owner to be a responsible owner and do as they should by providing plenty of play time, exercise and a well balanced diet for their animals.

The FDA approved a drug from pharmaceutical giant Pfizer. The new drug is called Slentrol.

…the new drug, called a selective microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor, is only for dogs. How it works is not well understood, but it blocks absorption of fat and seems to control appetite. It is given in liquid form under a veterinarian’s close supervision. (@ Washington Post)

The diet pill costs $1 to $2 per day.

It is said that “In people, the drug can cause adverse reactions including abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence, headaches, nausea and vomiting.”.