Feeding pets with scrap food can cause their early death: Research

London 

Pet obesity cases have increased over the last two years due to feeding with scraps from dinner table, a new research found.

However, most the animal lovers are unaware that these affectionate treats are sending pets into an early grave.

According to the research, four out of five vets have seen an increase in pet obesity, but half of owners surveyed were unaware that it was a major issue.

British online supermarket —Ocado’s-- new online pet store, Fetch, found that one in three British admit to feeding their pets scraps directly from the dinner table.

Zara Boland, a clinical veterinary, explains: 'By feeding scraps and human food treats to our pets we are literally shortening their lives as well as accelerating them towards a range of adverse health conditions associated with malnutrition and obesity.

'Yet simply by ensuring nutritionally balanced and tasty meals, we can demonstrate our love and commitment to them.'

According to the survey, one in four owners are sneaking their furry friends treats like biscuits, chocolate and sweets on a regular basis.

And nearly a fifth are serving their pets their very own roast dinner.