Sentences with phrase «condition of large breed dogs»

Forelimb lameness due to fragmented medial coronoid process (a component of elbow dysplasia) is a common orthopedic condition of large breed dogs such as Labrador Retrievers (Figure 1).

In general, hemangiosarcoma is a condition of large breed dogs that are middle - aged and older (6 - 12 years of age).

In most growth related orthopedic conditions of large breed dogs the current thinking is that calcium should be kept to the minimum required for growth.

Not exact matches

Puppy mills are large - scale breeding facilities where hundreds of dogs are kept in deplorable conditions for the sole purpose of churning out puppies.

A dog with hair instead of fur requires professional grooming, a large dog eats far more than a small dog, and breeds with a predisposition for medical conditions will need medication as they get older.

The sheriff's office served a search warrant on the property and found large and small - breed dogs and puppies suffering from a multitude of untreated medical conditions.

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.

While this condition is still not fully understood, studies have shown that large breed and deep - chested dogs are at higher risk of developing a GDV.

After four year old Ayen Chol was killed by a dog (characterised as a Pit Bull, but probably a large cross breed) in August of 2011, Victoria's State Government responded to public outcry and rushed through legislation which made it an offense for an owner to keep a restricted breed dog which not comply with the following conditions:

Newfies can develop conditions unique to large breed dogs: Addison's disease, an illness caused by insufficient production of adrenal hormones by the adrenal glands.; Cystinuria, a hereditary defect that forms calcium stones in the bladder; epilepsy; and yes, hip dysplasia.

Though larger and smaller dogs do occur, this is evidence of a poor breeding or possibly wrong diet and poor health condition.

MONTREAL — Humane Society International / Canada is pleased to announce that more than 600 dogs and puppies, rescued from inhumane conditions at Canada's largest commercial dog breeding operation, have been adopted or are in the process of being adopted.

A lower percentage of protein and calcium supports slow steady growth, lowering the incidence of growth related conditions in large breed dogs.

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.

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.

However, there are also breeds of dogs that are not necessarily large in size yet are at an increased risk for arthritic conditions.

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.

Make sure to check for coverage of pre-existing conditions as well as breed - specific genetic ailments, such as hip dysplasia for large dogs.

This latest survey was designed to determine the opinion of a large sample of the population about the issue of whether the problem of aggressive dogs is mostly due to the genetics of particular breeds or due to the nature of the rearing conditions and environment provided by the dog's owner.

The legislation was a response to appalling conditions in many large commercial breeding kennels, where dogs spent most of their working lives inside cramped wire cages, stacked one atop the other, and got little grooming, veterinary care or exercise.

Too much protein in the diet of a large breed dog can cause excess weight gain in a short space of time, which can put stress on developing joints and lead to conditions such as arthritis in future.

The tens of thousands of dogs suffering in substandard, overcrowded breeding operations both large and small lacking vet care, exercise and forced to breed with painful conditions will finally get the protection they deserve.

It sounds like Orin has hypertrophic osteodystrophy which occurs in young rapidly growing large breed dogs; there is no cure, but the condition is self limiting with treatment consisting of pain relief and other supportive care (fluids for example).

Hip Dysplasia is a widespread condition that primarily affects large and giant breeds of dogs.

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.

If the breed is a medium - to - large one, hip dysplasia is likely to be a problem, so don't accept excuses for failure to x-ray and certify the dog free of the condition.

Height: 18 - 22 inches Lifespan: 9 - 15 years Weight: 40 - 70 pounds Pedigree: believed to have originated in Northern China or Mongolia Breed Size: medium - sized Coat Length: puffy and large Health Conditions: joint problems Also known as: Chow Temperament: loyal, quiet, protective, independent Unique characteristics: one of the oldest of dog breeds.

Many dogs, like the ones you see in a pet shop come from puppy mills, large - scale breeding facilities where dogs are treated like machines, expecting to produce hundreds of puppies in horrific conditions.

Vigorous exercise after meals can lead to a life - threatening condition called bloat, which affects all breeds of dogs, but large, deep - cheated dogs are affected more frequently.

The HSUS assisted North Carolina authorities with the rescue of more than 140 dogs of at least seven different breeds from deplorable conditions at a puppy mill, which is a large, inhumane breeding facility, in Brunswick County.

Now factor in that most of the dog breeds that serve in law enforcement are especially prone to joint conditions like arthritis and hip dysplasia, and you can see why the joints of a police dog require even more care than most other large dogs.

As with any size of dog, it is important to keep large breed dogs lean and at an ideal body condition.

It's hard to believe, but they depict real conditions at puppy mills, large - scale commercial breeding facilities where profit is put ahead of the well being of the dogs.

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

For both of these joint conditions, it is a good idea to opt for dog foods that are specially formulated for large or giant breeds, as these are usually supplemented with chondroitin and glucosamine.

Since 2011, HSI / Canada assisted the Quebec government in the rescue of more than 700 dogs from inhumane conditions in breeding facilities, including 527 dogs and puppies from Canada's largest commercial breeding facility.

The usual patient for this condition is a short - haired large breed dog, usually of an adolescent age, brought to the veterinarian for assessment of a fluid - filled swelling at the point of one or both elbows.

I know, after 40 years in animal welfare, that regulations that are well thought out protect animals and facilitate commerce... I am especially interested in the challenge of breeding pure - bred dogs on a large scale with humane care standards that prioritize the care and conditions that matter most to the well being and lifetime care of the dog.

We have many people inquire about natural oils especially in cats — I have many Vets also that have inquired about our various ingredients including NEEM oil — and after we explain that less then 1 / 100th of the formulation is made up of any of our essential oils they are very pleased with the concentration — especially when in our recommended usage less then 1 / 3rd of a teaspoon is recommended in very small breed dogs and cats — now take 1 / 100th of that and when it is used daily for the first 30 days on serious conditions with a topical application, and then the maintenance phase is one application every 3 to 4 days — the actual amount of any of our essential oils is very very small — and to add to the safety issue as I mentioned earlier it is a topical application and yes some is ingested — but with approximately 700,000 bottles used — and not one reported case of injury or death we have a fantastic record when compared to anesthesia scaling — according to the statistics reported in a very large study of 2,500 dogs — going under anesthesia — if the same 700,000 using our product chose anesthesia scaling instead according to the study — 2,358 would have died and 12 % or another 60,000 would have been injured!!!

This sentence from Mr. Sayres is particularly shocking: «I am especially interested in the challenge of breeding pure - bred dogs on a large scale with humane care standards that prioritize the care and conditions that matter most to the well being and lifetime care of the dog.»

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].

Large and giant breed dogs with hip dysplasia often have a secondary condition of luxating patella which is caused by the malformation of the hip joint.

If you have a large breed dog, your furry friend may be at risk of developing a condition known as elbow dysplasia.

In general the larger the breed the more problematic arthritis is likely to be but even smaller dogs that are obese, have a history of joint or muscle problems or that have had injuries to joints can develop the condition.

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

It is important for dog owners to understand that there are no health issues that occur only in the Rottweiler, rather most of these conditions occur in almost all other types of large breed purebred and mixed breed dogs.

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

Canine hip dysplasia is a polygenic trait that remains a problem in most large breeds of dog, despite efforts to control this condition dating back to the 1960s.

This is a condition of adolescent large or giant breed dogs where they develop painful areas near the growth plates of their long bones.

Certain breeds suffer high incidences of certain conditions: larger breed dogs, for instance, like German Shepherd Dogs, commonly seem to develop orthopedic problems such as hip dyspladogs, for instance, like German Shepherd Dogs, commonly seem to develop orthopedic problems such as hip dysplaDogs, commonly seem to develop orthopedic problems such as hip dysplasia.