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Free Fun Fitness Day for You and Your Pet October 24

Knoxville, Tenn.-- Could your cat stand to lose a few pounds? Is your dog a bit plump? Do you want to learn some fun ways to get your pet in shape? Students at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine have organized a One Health Challenge: Obesity Awareness event, Howl-A-Ween Dog Jog, for families and their pets.  The event is designed to draw attention to health risks of obesity in both people and pets.

More than a quarter of the nations population is considered obese, and nearly half the nations pets are overweight or obese. As with humans, obese pets are at risk for heart problems, diabetes, and joint problems. Tapping into the human-animal bond can be an effective way to get people to eat healthier, feed their pets appropriately, and exercise with their pets.

In addition to the dog jog, people and pets are invited to participate in other activities including musical sit, hula-hoop jumps, guess your pets body condition score, pet costume contests and more. There will be prizes and give-a-ways, too.  The veterinary students collaborated with the UT Nutrition Department which will have a booth at the event.

The event, which is free, will be held Saturday, October 24 at Adair Park from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.  Adair Park is located at 1807 Adair Drive in Knoxville. Call 865-974-7377 or email for more information.

 

 

Posted: 10-15-09 Viewed: 489 times