Ozempic for pets: Will weight loss drugs turn pet cats and dogs miserable?
A growing trend of using human weight-loss drugs like Ozempic for pets, dubbed 'Ozempets' and 'Ozempups,' is emerging due to rising pet obesity. While biotech firms are exploring modified versions, experts warn of severe risks as pets metabolize drugs differently, leading to dangerous side effects. Traditional diet and exercise remain the safest approach.
A growing trend of using human weight-loss drugs like Ozempic for pets, dubbed 'Ozempets' and 'Ozempups,' is emerging due to rising pet obesity. While biotech firms are exploring modified versions, experts warn of severe risks as pets metabolize drugs differently, leading to dangerous side effects. Traditional diet and exercise remain the safest approach.
