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World's Fattest Dachshund, Obie Starts Weight Loss Program

Description:Studies from recent years claim that obesity is becoming an epidemic across the United States. And that seems to apply to pets as well. Take Obie, a very large, male dachshund that weighs in at 77 pounds. His new owner, Nora Vanatta recently adopted him and has set up a Facebook page to help Obie achieve weight loss success. (1:05)

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