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    Fighting weight gain in neutered pets

    Neutered pets tend to gain weight because their metabolism is slower, so many petfood companies offer foods with lower fat and calories, according to Dr. Jo Gale, manager of science/technical communication at Mars' Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition.

    2012-05-29



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