Sentences with phrase «breeders of large breed dogs»

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Great Danes have shorter life spans than most dogs — most likely the result of breeders intent on making the breed larger yet, and the strain that size puts on their organs — which only makes the death of Zeus doubly sad.

I am a Rottweiler breeder as well as an owner of 2 other dogs who are mutts, I have been using the Eagle Pack Holistic Select Large breed Puppy and Adult foods since my first litter and every pup has never had anything since.

Outside the US, 3/4 of respondents were breeders / owned breeding dogs, which reinforces the supposition that low US response may have been at least partly due to larger numbers of US members who are not deeply involved in the breed.

If only the KC with its well - stocked bank account — all those litter registrations from breeders, large and small scale certainly amount to a hefty sum — were as efficient as a tiny, voluntary group of investigators who know exactly what the conditions some of the breeding dogs supplying Pixieland puppies are forced to live in, while the KC ponderously investigates.

The term «teacup» is used by some breeders to refer to the smallest dogs of a particular breed, though these pups are not considered a separate breed from their larger counterparts.

Once a year, large numbers of purebred dog owners, breeders, and exhibitors get out the spit and polish, pack up their old kit bags, and head for the breed's national specialty, a celebration of their dogs, an occasion to conduct club business and enjoy social interaction with other owners and enthusiasts, a chance to attend breed seminars, and an opportunity to raise money for breed health and rescue committees.

Upgrade the current commercial dog breeder law, requiring larger enclosures that have solid flooring and are not stacked Require that commercial breeders provide basic care, including constant access to exercise areas, nutritious food and potable water, socialization with humans and other dogs, regular and proper veterinary care, and more Require those selling 15 or more dogs in Ohio each year, regardless of where they are located, to also adhere to Ohio's humane standards Hobby breeders (defined as breeders with fewer than 8 female breeding dogs) as well as animal shelters and rescue groups are exempt from coverage.

That such breeders exist, is down to the widespread problem of breed blindness with has permeated large parts of the dog breeding community in certain breeds.

Not all large dog breeders are bad and we have large breeders on our Assured Breeder scheme, such as Guide Dogs for the Blind who breed lots and lots of puppies but they breed them all in good conditions so it's not just about the numbers.

Tina M. Barber, a dog breeder from New York, wanted the German Shepherd type dog to look and perform the way it did when she was young — a larger dog, with a great personality around the family, and with none of the conformational defects affecting the modern German Shepherd Dog bredog breeder from New York, wanted the German Shepherd type dog to look and perform the way it did when she was young — a larger dog, with a great personality around the family, and with none of the conformational defects affecting the modern German Shepherd Dog bredog to look and perform the way it did when she was young — a larger dog, with a great personality around the family, and with none of the conformational defects affecting the modern German Shepherd Dog bredog, with a great personality around the family, and with none of the conformational defects affecting the modern German Shepherd Dog breDog breed.

A reputable breeder will make sure that necessary precautions are taken, such as letting a veterinarian check the hips of large dog breeds prone to hip dysplasia.

* It is easy to research any health problems the dog is predisposed to based on her breed * You will know how large she will get, and what behaviors to expect * You have the option of showing your dog * You have the option of breeding your dog (and collecting stud fees or selling the purebred puppies)-- NOTE: this should only be done if you are financially and emotionally capable of raising a litter of puppies, always consult with a reputable breeder to be your mentor if you are seriously considering breeding your dog.

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In 2009, we conducted a study of county licensed dog breeding facilities in Michigan with a goal of determining how many large commercial breeders were operating.

With continued attention to the lifelong welfare of the racing Greyhound I feel that breeders are very attuned to their breedings — aiming to create exceptional dogs without large increases in the numbers of whelpings.

Many breeds, especially those with large numbers of registered dogs, have regional clubs to provide social occasions for owners, host specialty shows, support area rescue efforts, provide breed education, and maintain a list of responsible breeders.

Bottom line, not all large - scale dog breeders are overbreeding; they may be breeding a lot, but have the means to properly deal with these sorts of numbers.

Commercial breeders are large - scale breeders that have anywhere from dozens to hundreds of dogs of various breeds for sale.

Any large breed of dogs has a higher chance of developing dysplastic hips or elbows, but a good breeder will have had OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) certification done for both the sire and dam before considering breeding.

Communicate with breeders in other countries that have had the breed longer and have a larger population of dogs.

While there are specific faults and defects that are deal - killers for any responsible breeder, most need to be evaluated in the larger context of the breed, a breeding program, or the dog's collection of faults and virtues.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture currently inspects only dog breeders that sell to pet stores, but it is currently considering a rule that would require large - scale dog breeding facilities, like this one, that sell directly to the public, to be federally licensed and inspected.

Considering that the Norwegian Buhund is not a large breed of dog, breeders and enthusiasts are alarmed at this quickly increasing problem.

In spite of the easy refutation of the anti-purebred litanies, breeders are on the defensive, especially in those areas where active animal rights proponents are working for laws that penalize owners of intact dogs with large license differentials, special breeding permits, advertising restrictions, litter limits, and even forced sterilization of dogs impounded for running at large.

Male dogs of the large breeds need to reach full size, and the breeder should avoid stud services before two years of age.

For example, research in copper toxicosis helped breeders of Bedlington Terriers to weed out carriers of this disease in their breed; investigations into the genetic marker for epilepsy helped Belgian Tervurens, Belgian Sheepdogs, and about two dozen other breeds; and studies of hip dysplasia conducted in large - breed dogs resulted in preventive measures, information, surgeries, and treatment protocols that benefit all dogs.

The Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog Breed is, by and large, of good physical condition if they come from a reputable breeder.

Before purchasing or adopting a large breed dog, check with the breeder to determine if the animal's parents are certified free of dysplasia by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).

Larger breeds of dogs in general are more prone to hip dysplasia which is why responsible breeders evaluate their breeding stock's hips after the age of two and prior to breeding.

Animal Folks» legislative arm, Animal Folks Minnesota (AFMN), also worked for several years with a large coalition of animal welfare organizations and Minnesota residents to get the breeder bill passed into law to provide greater protections for dogs and cats in commercial breeding facilities.

1) The «breeders» are actually millers and other large - scale dog producers whose main concerns are merely to pump out as many dogs of different breeds in as short a period of time as possible.