Effects of dietary fat and energy on body weight and composition after gonadectomy in cats

Nguyen, Patrick; Dumon, H.; Siliart, Brigitte; Martin, Lucile; Sergheraert, Renaud; Biourge, Vincent

doi:10.2460/ajvr.2004.65.1708

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“…Food intake and BW increased in all cats following ovariohysterectomy, as has been noted in other studies (Fettman et al, 1997;Harper et al, 2001;Kanchuk et al, 2003;Nguyen et al, 2004;Backus et al, 2007;Cave et al, 2007;Belsito et al, 2009). Earlier research has indicated that an estimated 20% to 30% reduction in food intake is needed to maintain BW of neutered cats (Flynn et al, 1996;Root et al, 1996;Belsito et al, 2009).…”

Section: High-protein Diet Following Ovariohysterectomysupporting

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Ovariohysterectomy alters body composition and adipose and skeletal muscle gene expression in cats fed a high-protein or moderate-protein diet

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Keel

et al. 2009

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The objective of this study was to measure changes in body composition, physical activity and adipose and skeletal muscle gene expression of cats fed a high-protein (HP) diet or moderate-protein (MP) diet, following ovariohysterectomy. Eight cats were randomized onto HP or MP diets and were fed those diets for several months prior to baseline. All cats underwent an ovariohysterectomy at baseline (week 0) and were allowed ad libitum access to dietary treatments for 24 weeks. Food intake was measured daily, and BW and body condition score were measured weekly. Blood, adipose and skeletal muscle tissue samples were collected, physical activity was measured, and body composition was determined using DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) at weeks 0, 12 and 24. Caloric intake increased soon after ovariohysterectomy, resulting in increased ( P , 0.05) BW at weeks 12 and 24 compared to week 0. Body condition score and body fat percentage increased ( P , 0.05) over time. Blood glucose increased ( P , 0.05) linearly over time. Non-esterified fatty acids were decreased ( P , 0.05) at weeks 12 and 24 compared to week 0. Blood leptin increased ( P , 0.05) over time. Total physical activity decreased ( P , 0.05) from week 0 to weeks 12 and 24 in all cats. Adipose tissue mRNA abundance of adiponectin, hormone sensitive lipase, toll-like receptor-4, uncoupling protein-2 (UCP2) and vascular endothelial growth factor decreased ( P , 0.05) linearly over time, regardless of diet. Skeletal muscle mRNA abundance for glucose transporter-1, hormone sensitive lipase and UCP2 were decreased ( P , 0.05), regardless of dietary treatment. Our research noted metabolic changes following ovariohysterectomy that are in agreement with gene expression changes pertaining to lipid metabolism. Feeding cats ad libitum after ovariohysterectomy is inadvisable.

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Section: High-protein Diet Following Ovariohysterectomysupporting

confidence: 62%

Ovariohysterectomy alters body composition and adipose and skeletal muscle gene expression in cats fed a high-protein or moderate-protein diet

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Keel

et al. 2009

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“…Neutering alone does not seem to decrease insulin sensitivity, but rather increases the risk of obesity. Neutered cats gain weight more easily compared to intact cats,27, 28, 29 and subsequent weight gain leads to decreased insulin sensitivity 26, 30. Therefore, according to these studies, it is the increased risk of obesity after neutering that appears to be the contributing factor to the increased occurrence of DM in neutered cats 8, 31.…”

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“…Therefore, according to these studies, it is the increased risk of obesity after neutering that appears to be the contributing factor to the increased occurrence of DM in neutered cats 8, 31. However, other studies show conflicting results and it remains unclear whether male or female cats are more prone to weight gain after neutering 27, 29, 32. In Sweden, more than 80% of all cats are neutered, with somewhat more male cats (88%) neutered compared to female cats (73%) 16…”

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Incidence of Diabetes Mellitus in Insured Swedish Cats in Relation to Age, Breed and Sex

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Holst

et al. 2015

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BackgroundDiabetes mellitus (DM) is a common endocrinopathy in cats. Most affected cats suffer from a type of diabetes similar to type 2 diabetes in humans. An increasing prevalence has been described in cats, as in humans, related to obesity and other lifestyle factors.ObjectivesTo describe the incidence of DM in insured Swedish cats and the association of DM with demographic risk factors, such as age, breed and sex.AnimalsA cohort of 504,688 individual cats accounting for 1,229,699 cat‐years at risk (CYAR) insured by a Swedish insurance company from 2009 to 2013.MethodsWe used reimbursed insurance claims for the diagnosis of DM. Overall incidence rates and incidence rates stratified on year, age, breed, and sex were estimated.ResultsThe overall incidence rate of DM in the cohort was 11.6 cases (95% confidence interval [CI], 11.0–12.2) per 10,000 CYAR. Male cats had twice as high incidence rate (15.4; 95% CI, 14.4–16.4) as females (7.6; 95% CI, 6.9–8.3). Domestic cats were at higher risk compared to purebred cats. A significant association with breed was seen, with the Burmese, Russian Blue, Norwegian Forest cat, and Abyssinian breeds at a higher risk compared to other cats. No sex predisposition was found among Burmese cats. Several breeds with a lower risk of DM were identified.Conclusions and clinical importanceOur results verify that the Burmese breed is at increased risk of developing DM. We also identified several previously unreported breeds with increased or decreased risk of DM.

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“…Felinos castrados, independente da idade, possuem menor coeficiente térmico, maior massa corpórea, escore corporal e quantidade de gordura falciforme, em comparação aos inteiros, e apresentam risco 3,4 vezes maior de se tornarem obesos, necessitando menor energia de manutenção; 33% menos calorias para fêmeas e 28% para machos (ROOT et al, 1996a;HOWE et al, 2000, KANCHUK et al, 2002NGUYEN et al, 2004;2004b). Os estudos são controversos a respeito da obesidade em cães castrados.…”

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Gonadectomia pré-puberal em cães e gatos

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RESUMO A população de cães e gatos errantes é um problema ABSTRACT Stray dogs and cats is a serious problem to public health and animal welfare. Prepubertal gonadectomy from six weeks of age is a solution to effective pet overpopulation control.The benefits and adverse effects of this procedure are discussed in this paper, allowing the veterinarians to obtain knowledge and scientific basis to critical analysis to the topic, practice spread and owner awareness.

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Effects of dietary fat and energy on body weight and composition after gonadectomy in cats

Abstract: Weight gain in neutered cats was decreased by feeding an LF, low energy-dense diet. To prevent weight gain in cats after neutering, a suitable LF diet should be fed in carefully controlled meals rather than ad libitum.

Cited by 87 publications

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Ovariohysterectomy alters body composition and adipose and skeletal muscle gene expression in cats fed a high-protein or moderate-protein diet

Ovariohysterectomy alters body composition and adipose and skeletal muscle gene expression in cats fed a high-protein or moderate-protein diet

Incidence of Diabetes Mellitus in Insured Swedish Cats in Relation to Age, Breed and Sex

Gonadectomia pré-puberal em cães e gatos

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