A Cross Country Trip to Help Hefty Hounds

Hill's Petfit Mobile Tour

Is your pooch a bit pudgy? If so, you're not alone. There are about 48 million overweight dogs and cats living in the United States alone -- a startling 35 percent of the entire pet population. While a little extra meat on the bones may not seem such a big deal to the average biped, just a few extra pounds on a pooch can be detrimental to his overall health. A recent report by Hill's Pet Nutrition finds that, "just five extra pounds on a medium size breed like a Beagle is the equivalent of nearly 25 pounds on an average woman."

A healthy diet and regular exercise routine is essential to managing your pet's wellness. Not sure whether or not your furry friend should loose a few? Find out by taking him to the Hill's PetFit Mobile for a free weight and diet assessment. Catch the doggy diet caravan on the following dates:

* San Francisco, CA (January 19 through February 11)
* Los Angeles, CA (February 14 through March 4)
* Phoenix, AZ (March 9 through March 31)
* Washington, DC (April 7 through April 29)
* New York, NY (May 2 through May 22)
* Chicago, IL (May 26 through June 16)

Visit www.petfit.com for more information.

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