The U.S. has The Biggest Loser for two-leggers trying to shed weight, while the UK offers the Pet Fit Club for four-legged friends battling the bulge. Dogs, cats and rabbits are included in the program to peel away pounds from pets. According to researcher Dr. Ernie Ward, “Pet obesity is now the biggest health threat to pets in the US.”

Read the HuffPost story about Pet Fit Club and check out the critter contestants below: