Multiple choice

What is true about Muscle loss in obese pets?

  1. Muscle loss is very obvious in obese pets

  2. Reduction of food intake can exacerbate it

  3. Not enough protein in diet can contribute to muscle loss

  4. Rapid weight loss can also contribute

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B,C,D Correct answer
Explanation

Muscle loss is often masked by adipose tissue in obese pets, making it difficult to detect without careful palpation. Restricting calories too severely, failing to provide adequate dietary protein, or allowing excessively rapid weight loss can all exacerbate muscle wasting, which is detrimental to the pet's long-term metabolic health.

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