Sentences with phrase «common in the larger breeds of dogs»

Cardiomyopathy is more common in the larger breeds of dogs, especially Doberman Pinschers and Great Danes.

The condition is more common in large breeds of dogs; for example Great Danes, Doberman Pinschers, Boxers and Irish Wolf Hounds1; but it can occur in small dogs as well2.

Medial luxations are most common in small breeds of dogs and cats, lateral luxations are more common in large breeds of dogs.

Hip dsyplasia is very common in larger breeds of dogs, but even if your dog does not have hip dysplasia, their cartilage will decrease as they age -LSB-...]

Hip dsyplasia is very common in larger breeds of dogs, but even if your dog does not have hip dysplasia, their cartilage will decrease as they age and show signs of arthritis.

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One of the most common diseases seen in dogs, with larger breeds being the most affected.

One of the most common diseases seen in dogs, with larger breeds being the most affected — ultimately a malfunction of the hip joints causing a loss of function.

It is the most common cause of elbow pain and lameness and is a common cause of forelimb lameness in large and giant - breed dogs.

Wobbler syndrome is a conditions which affects large breed dogs due to compression of the spinal cord; in a smaller dog like a Chihuahua, I would be looking more at conditions like hydrocephalus which is a common problem in Chihuahuas and other toy breed dogs.

Discospondylitis is most common in large and giant breed dogs, but can occur in any breed of dog.

Osteochondrosis is one of the most common reasons for vet visits in large breed dogs.

It is the most common cause of rear leg lameness in dogs usually large - breeds but also effects dachshunds.

While young dogs of any size might be affected, it's particularly common in large breeds.

Studies have shown that MPL occurs in 83 % to 95 % of all dogs diagnosed with PL, 10,11 whereas LPL is more common in large - and giant - breed dogs than in small - breed dogs, with a prevalence up to 33 % in giant breeds.1 However, PL is most commonly diagnosed in toy and miniature breed dogs, including Chihuahuas, Maltese, miniature poodles, Pekingese, Pomeranians, and Yorkshire terriers, as well as mixed breeds5, 9,12,13 and Labrador retrievers.7

On the positive side, neutering male dogs • eliminates the small risk (probably < 1 %) of dying from testicular cancer • reduces the risk of non-cancerous prostate disorders • reduces the risk of perianal fistulas • may possibly reduce the risk of diabetes (data inconclusive) On the negative side, neutering male dogs • if done before 1 year of age, significantly increases the risk of osteosarcoma (bone cancer); this is a common cancer in medium / large and larger breeds with a poor prognosis.

However, it is the most common cause of heart failure in large breed dogs.

One of the more common reasons for urinary incontinence occurs in older female dogs, often in medium and large breeds.

Bone cancer (osteosarcoma) invades any breed of dog but is most common in larger breeds.

It is one of the most common health occurrences in dogs, with the large and giant breeds being thought to be the most affected.

I think this is a common factor among the large dog breeds, as it seems that many of them have the characteristics they do because of people who inbreed them in the past.

Very similar to the Siberian Husky; the large, strong, and powerful Alaskan Malamute shares a lot in common with wolves, which is not surprising considering that the Alaskan Malamute is one of the oldest known breeds of dog.

In my experience, especially in medium - large breed dogs, the more common scenario is a low grade inflammation of the eyes causing increased tear production (or other aberrant dischargeIn my experience, especially in medium - large breed dogs, the more common scenario is a low grade inflammation of the eyes causing increased tear production (or other aberrant dischargein medium - large breed dogs, the more common scenario is a low grade inflammation of the eyes causing increased tear production (or other aberrant discharge).

And, it has an admirable trait that draws the attention of those seeking a very large dog to own — this is the lack of constant slobbering common in all other large dog breeds.

Bone cancer The most common type of bone cancer in dogs is osteosarcoma, which typically affects older, large - breed dogs and involves abnormal bone production.

It is also more common for owners of small breeds to live in apartments, while owners of really large breeds tend to have a backyard or similar where the dog can be thought to relieve it self.

In addition to the common dog and cat spays and neuters, we have the equipment and knowledge to address such maladies as fracture repairs, torn ligaments and tumor removal from the smallest of creatures such as hamsters to large breed dogs.

Lameness: Unexplained lameness especially in large or giant breed dogs is a very common sign of bone cancer.

Not only do all large CBEs fit the dictionary of puppy mill, but a study published in the Journal of Applied Animal Behaviour Science found that «Common to virtually all CBEs are the following: large numbers of dogs; maximally efficient use of space by housing dogs in or near the minimum space permitted by law; housing breeding dogs for their entire reproductive lives — in most cases, years — in their cages or runs; dogs rarely if ever permitted out of their primary enclosures for exercise or play; absence of toys or other forms of enrichment; minimal to no positive human interaction or companionship; and minimal to no health care.»

And as a study in the Journal of Applied Animal Behaviour Science found, «Common to virtually all CBEs are the following: large numbers of dogs; maximally efficient use of space by housing dogs in or near the minimum space permitted by law; housing breeding dogs for their entire reproductive lives — in most cases, years — in their cages or runs; dogs rarely if ever permitted out of their primary enclosures for exercise or play; absence of toys or other forms of enrichment; minimal to no positive human interaction or companionship; and minimal to no health care.»

Dog Bone Cancer: Dog bone neoplasia is more common in larger breeds and dogs over the age of 7.

In stark contrast, nearly all St. Bernards are dysplastic and the malady is incredibly common in numerous large breeds of dogs; the same breeds of dogs that develop other juvenile bone diseases, including OCD of the shoulder and ununited anconeal or coronoid processes of the elboIn stark contrast, nearly all St. Bernards are dysplastic and the malady is incredibly common in numerous large breeds of dogs; the same breeds of dogs that develop other juvenile bone diseases, including OCD of the shoulder and ununited anconeal or coronoid processes of the elboin numerous large breeds of dogs; the same breeds of dogs that develop other juvenile bone diseases, including OCD of the shoulder and ununited anconeal or coronoid processes of the elbow.

The most common example of nonerosive arthritis in large and giant breed adult dogs is called idiopathic nondeforming arthritis.

OCD can occur in any joint, but is especially common in the shoulders and elbows of young, large breed dogs.

As previously mentioned, this condition is common in large - breed dogs because of how quickly they can grow to such large sizes.

It is one of the most common health occurances in dogs, with the large and giant breeds being thought to be the most affected.

Hip dysplasia is one of the most common diseases of large breed dogs, but can occur in smaller breeds too.

MLO can occur in dogs of any age or breed, but is most commonly seen in middle - aged to older dogs, and is more common in large breed dogs.

Elbow dysplasia is a common genetic trait of many dog breeds, but most common in large and giant breeds.

Hip dysplasia is a common genetic trait of many dog breeds, but most common in large and giant breeds.

While elbow dysplasia can affect a variety of dog breeds, it is most common in medium to large breeds.

According to the Merck Veterinary manual, hypothyroidism is most common in mid - and large - sized dog breeds between the ages of 4 and 10 years old.

The most common cause is the natural degeneration of the disk that occurs in the chondrodystrophic breeds when young, and the larger breed dogs as they age.

Bloat Bloat, or a twisting of the intestines and stomach, is said to affect larger dogs more so than smaller breeds and is also more common in young dogs as opposed to seniors.

Osteosarcoma commonly affects the appendicular skeleton (limbs) of large to giant breed dogs, but can also occur in the axial skeleton (skull, ribs, vertebrae, pelvis), which is a more common primary site in smaller dogs.

This is much more common than the congenital type of the disease — especially in mature animals between 3 and 10 years of age, depending on their breed (large and giant breed dogs tend to become physically «older» at a younger age than their smaller counterparts).

Primary dilated cardiomyopathy is the most common cause of heart failure in large breeds of dogs.

In large - breed dogs, the most common type of heart disease is dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), a condition that humans also can develop.

Elbow dysplasia is a common cause of front limb lameness in young large breed dogs.

Knee injuries are one of the most common conditions in dogs of all breeds, especially large, active dogs like Labradors, Newfoundlands, German shepherds, Rottweilers and golden retrievers.

Bloat is more common in larger dogs, especially large, deep - chested breeds like the Great Dane, and for those with some family history of the condition.