It must be emphasized that these percentages
reflect average breeding outcomes and not necessarily every individual litter.
Knowing the manufacturer guidelines is also helpful, says Forgette, explaining that for carriers, these are based
on average breed, size and weight.
Chins do require more grooming than
the average breed, and they need to be brushed at least three times a week to prevent matting.
Tibetan Mastiffs are rather easy when it comes to housebreak, though may mature much later in life as compared to
the average breed.
People say one dog year equals seven human years because some of
the average breeds (but not all of them) live to about 15.
They are prone to myriad health issues which require more veterinary care than
the average breed of dog.
The base, or overall average, of the breeding value is
the average breeding value among all the dogs evaluated.