Sentences with phrase «although large breed dogs»

Generally speaking, most cats and dogs are considered to be seniors around age 7, although large breed dogs may experience age - related health issues earlier than that.

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Although not specifically a large breed dog food, this recipe from Nature's Variety has an above - average crude protein level of 35 % that can work well for active large breeds to help them build lean muscle.

Although the condition almost always occurs in giant or large breed dogs with narrow, deep chests, gastric dilatation (usually without volvulus or twisted intestines), occasionally occurs in small senior dogs.

The German Sheprador is described as a large dog breed, although this isn't always consistent.

Although it is mostly a disease of older large or giant breed dogs, it can affect dogs of any size or age.

This is especially true if he's from a larger breed, although toy dogs are no exception.

Although it can affect any dog breed, HD certainly occurs with a much higher frequency in larger breed dogs.

Although they are the smallest of the Mastiff - type breeds they still grow to be large dogs standing well over 2 feet at the shoulders and weighing around 120 - 30 lbs lbs which is over 8 stone.

This should be perfect for small to medium sized dogs, although we're pretty sure using it on a large or giant breed is simply pushing it.

Crossing the now - extinct Old English Bulldog with the largest of the Mastiff breeds the English Mastiff produced the perfect guard dog, and they retain this guarding instinct today although they are more often beloved family pets.

Although this condition can occur in any dog, larger breeds are more prone to developing it.

Gastric dilatation — volvulus, or bloat — is a devastating condition that can develop in any dog, although it is particularly common in large - breed and deep - chested dogs.

Deep - chested large and giant breed dogs (Great Danes, Weimeraners, setters, German shepherds) are the highest risk for developing this condition, although veteriarians have seen it in a large variety of dog breeds, including small breed dogs like dachshunds.

Although Maryland state law already prohibits the sale of dogs and cats bred by illegal «puppy mills,» it does not ban the retail sale of animals bred at large - scale commercial breeding facilities which, many will argue, are merely federally inspected, legal puppy mill operations.

Although the ban on breed specific legislation allows Delaware's dog owners to open their family to any dog they choose, it does not prohibit landlords or property managers from barring certain breeds from housing, an issue that a large number of dog owners face.

Although the Kuvasz is a spectacular breed, it is not the best option for first - time dog owners or those who do not have a fair amount of exposure to large dogs.

The German Shepherd Dog and the Basset Hound are the two main breeds involved, although any middle size or larger breed may be affected.

With proper exercise the breed can be suitable for owners living in a small house or apartment, although a home having a large, fenced yard where the dog can run or engage in play - sessions with his people is probably ideal.

Although we still focus on large breed dogs, we have expanded our efforts to include pets of all shapes and sizes.

We generally take 3 - 4 hours to groom most dogs, although larger breeds, bouncy pooches or dogs who need a little break every now and then can take longer.

The oldest and largest of the Arctic breeds, Malamutes have thicker bones than most dogs and although they may look intimidating they are terrible watchdogs.

Blackwaters river lodge - Knysna Large breed dogs not welcome although they advertise for all breeds.

Although these are larger dogs, they don't need more exercise than a small breed dog.

It isn't the right choice for full grooms of large dogs, so I don't recommend it for professionals or people with big breeds (although it's great for clipping smaller dogs like miniature poodle s or yorkies).

This provides excellent joint support for smaller dogs, although the top foam layer is too thin to provide the full benefit of this material for larger breeds.

This means it's suitable for both small and large breeds - although for bigger dogs the Big Barker is probably the better option.

The Japanese Akita, or the» Akita Inu» («inu» means «dog» in Japanese), is the original breed, although there are now two recognized types of this large, powerful dog.

Huskies are a healthy breed although they do face ailments common to most medium to large dogs like hip dysplasia.

Although UKC registers more breeds, AKC is larger and has broader impact on the world of purebred dogs through its extensive network of education and legislative coordinators, free education program for students, contributions to canine health, administration of a microchip identification registry, and involvement in more than 15,000 dog shows, tests, and trials each year.

Anterior cruciate ligament injuries are commonly seen in middle - aged to older large breed dogs although they can occur in any breed.

Hypothyroidism can occur at any age, although it tends to be a problem that affects middle aged and older dogs, especially the larger breeds.

These are just a handful of the largest dog breeds out there, although the top two are probably Great Danes and English Mastiffs.

Although different breeds have their own unique health profiles, most large dogs are susceptible to joint problems.

Although this condition can develop in any large breed dog, we see it more frequently in Danes, Shepherds, Boxers, St. Bernards, and Dobermans.

Although the AKC has leaned towards larger dogs in the past decade, small breed Yorkies are still popular.

Although not technically the largest dog breed, the Irish Wolfhound Dog does carry the distinction of being the talledog breed, the Irish Wolfhound Dog does carry the distinction of being the talleDog does carry the distinction of being the tallest.

It is recognised in numerous breeds although large breeds seem to be most affected — particularly Labrador Retrievers, Newfoundlands, Golden Retrievers, Boxers, Rottweilers and German Shepherd Dogs.

Osteosarcoma, or bone cancer, often affects large breeds, although any dog can come down with the disease.

Growing pups of large breeds do not need more per pound, although they will eat more food and thus get more per pound of body weight than a sedentary lap dog.

The combination of meat and whole grains in their puppy formulas has gained favorable feedbacks although chicken fat has been identified as a predisposing factor of bloat in large dog breeds.

Although some trainers routinely use the prong collar on large or dominant breeds, the choice of collars should be based on the individual dog and owner, not the breed.

Note: many bull dogs are fed large breed formulas because although a bulldog is short, its weight is in the range of many large dog breeds.

A large genomic deletion that removes all exons of CNGB3, the gene that encodes the β subunit of the cone cyclic nucleotide-gated cation channel, has been identified in CD - affected Alaskan Malamute - derived dogs, although there is evidence that the condition might be genetically heterogeneous in this breed as some dogs have been identified with clinical signs of day blindness that lack the CNGB3 deletion [68].

If you love lap dogs, a large or giant breed may be too big to sit on your lap, although Great Danes have figured out how to do it!

Small breed females usually carry their pups slightly longer than larger breed dogs, although there are always exceptions to this general rule of thumb.

Their shape and weight hold them in place, although they may need to be anchored in high winds or to hold large, energetic breeds of dogs that jump against the panels.

Mid-sized to large breed dogs appear to have an increased risk of developing nasal adenocarcinoma, and there also may be a slightly increased risk in males, although the reasons for these reported predispositions are not well - understood.

Dilated cardiomyopathy is most commonly seen in large breed dogs, especially in certain breeds such as Doberman pinschers, Great Danes and Irish wolfhounds, although many breeds are known to develop the disease.

Although this foxy - faced breed is small, it descends from the larger sled dogs belonging to the Spitz family.

The largest of the Schnauzers with their wiry undercoat they are one of the few large breeds of dogs that shed very little or not at all, although this varies from dog to dog and they do need regular grooming.