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Britain's pets 'getting fatter'

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Overweight pets, like people, are in danger from diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure and ------------------ monitor people kids arthritis problems numbers (5) .

Sophie de Pelet, a veterinary adviser for the survey, said owners should check their pets' weight regularly, ------------------ monitor people kids arthritis problems numbers (6) what they eat and make sure they get regular exercise.