Body Condition Score (BCS)

• a universal scale used during a veterinary visit to assess body fat
  • it’s a great way to determine what the ideal weight is to promote a healthy life for animals

• Body condition scoring and pet obesity resources:
  • Purina BCS Dog & Cat Charts
    • https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/02/NestlePurina_9-PointBCSScale-DogsCats_2pages.pdf
  • Purina
    • https://www.proplanveterinarydiets.ca/consumer/project-pet-slim-down/is-my-pet-healthy
  • Hills
    • https://www.hillspet.com/about-us/nutritional-philosophy/innovations/weight?cq_src=google_ads&cq_cmp=19468333119&cq_con=151738061224&cq_term=science%20diet%20healthy%20weight&cq_med=&cq_plac=&cq_net=g&cq_plt=gp&gad=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw3ueiBhBmEiwA4BhspA7qweIvu5536RK8R1oRn6QPILUc5gK0Ez3IDtnk8ICuL0utGwZJmRoCIYQQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
  • Association for Pet Obesity Prevention
    • https://www.petobesityprevention.org/pet-weight-check

***This blog is intended for educational purposes only.  It does not establish a VCPR (Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship) and does not provide advice regarding what to do for any specific diagnosis.  As such, this blog should not be substituted for seeking medical care for your pet.  Should your pet need professional medical care, please consult your local veterinarian. ***