Obesity a national epidemic among cats and dogs, experts say

Click, an 8-year-old, 22-pound tabby cat, sits at the door of his home in South Buffalo.

Click, an 8-year-old tabby cat, pictured with owners Mike and Corie Roberts of South Buffalo.

Corie Roberts holds a sign from the front door of her home in South Buffalo.

Veterinarian Dr. Nicole Milligan, of Sarver Animal Hospital, weighs Bailey on Oct. 18. Bailey is a 6-year-old golden retriever on a doggie diet and has lost one pound.

Click, a 22-pound tabby cat, enjoys love from owner Mike Roberts of South Buffalo.

Mr. Waffles is a 25-pound cat from Bloomfield.

Veterinarian Dr. Nicole Milligan of Sarver Animal Hospital examines Bailey, a 6-year-old golden retriever, during his visit on Oct. 18. Bailey has lost one pound since his last visit in the challenge of losing weight.