Fat pets join Fit Club to lose weight

Last updated at 06:03
A charity is running a fitness club for pets

Have you been feeding your dog, cat or rabbit too many treats, leftovers or special snacks?

The pet charity PDSA says there's a big increase in pets being diagnosed as clinically obese in the last two years.

Being overweight can cause health problems for animals. It can lead to heart disease, cancer, diabetes and arthritis.

The charity's now running a six week Pet Fit Club to help animals lose weight and fat.

It will also teach owners how to feed their pets more healthily.

Hooch used to weigh 127kgDarren Casey
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