Tufts Aims Focus on Pet Obesity

Who doesn't love a rolly, polly, pudgy puppy? It's how they are supposed to be right? Wrong.

Beyond the cuteness are serious health risks, which is why the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University is opening the first obesity clinic for pets in the country, according to the Examiner.com.

The school will have three nutritionists to work with future vets and teach them the ins and outs of proper feeding. 

According to examiner.com, between 60 and 70 percent of pets would qualify for this clinic. Some issues caused by animal obesity include diabetes, orthopedic problems and possible shortened life expectancy.