Dr. Meredith Rettinger, veterinarian, discusses Project: Pet Slim Downâ¢, a nationwide initiative from Purina Veterinary Dietsî, uniting pet owners and veterinarians in helping overweight pets lose weight and achieve better overall health. Through Project: Pet Slim Downâ¢, pet owners partner with their veterinary teams to achieve sensible, lasting pet weight loss, while receiving online support. Owners also can join others dedicated to helping pets reach healthy body conditions, receiving encouragement from, and sharing experiences with, other pet owners and advocates. More information can be found at www.projectpetslimdown.com and press materials available at www.internetvideorelease.com/project_pet_slim_down