Sentences with phrase «for than the smaller breeds»

«As the economy has improved, people are turning back to the big dogs they love, which cost more to feed and care for than the smaller breeds that saw a rise in popularity in 2007 and 2008.»

Not exact matches

And herein lies a very broad and «mushy middle,» says McKenna, with the effect, in many cases, being the same: «It's still using smaller - than - treatment doses, or sub-therapeutic doses of antibiotics,» which creates a literal breeding ground for resistant microbial strains.

Small - breed dogs typically weigh no more than 20 pounds at maturity, but they still deserve the same level of support that high - quality dog beds offer for larger dogs.

Vega Multi dog biscuits are smaller than Vega dog biscuits, making them ideal for smaller breeds.

If you want the best food for Pugs that will fit into your budget, look no further than Whole Earth Small Breed Recipe.

The kibble pieces are small and less crunchy than foods for larger breeds, so they're easier for your pup to chew.

After controlling for size — big dogs tend to die younger than small ones — Careau's team found the most obedient breeds, such as German shepherds, poodles and bichon frises, tended to be the longest lived, while hard - to - train dogs such as pomeranians and beagles were more likely to die younger.

Breed wants to show that small teams can build relatively inexpensive rockets — he's doing it for less than half a million dollars.

(ISNS)-- Most large dog owners know they are setting themselves up for heartache because their beloved pets will die much sooner than smaller breeds.

FACT: Trap, Neuter, & Release (TNR) is an even bigger abject failure because these man - made ecological disasters can not be trapped faster than they exponentially breed out of control, and they also continue the cruelly annihilate all native wildlife (from the smallest of prey up to the top predators that are starved to death), and the cats continue to spread many deadly diseases that they carry today — FOR WHICH THERE ARE NO VACCINES AGAINST THEM.

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.

If you're interested in a type of pet (for example, a small breed puppy) rather than a specific pet, let the rescue groups around you know what you are looking for.

European Shih Tzu dogs tend to be slightly larger than their American counterparts, but even in Europe, the demand for smaller versions of the breed is growing and thriving as a result of American imports.

Smaller breeds and puppies are at more risk than larger breeds and adult dogs, because it takes less of a toxin to cause problems for them.

I prefer to buy the large size for puppies (unless they're a tiny / toy breed) as they seem to be tastier and provide more play value than the smaller ones.

For example, small - breed dogs have very fast metabolisms so they need a diet higher in fat than most large - breed dogs.

Now, retailers who breed more than four female dogs, cats, rabbits or other small / exotic pets), and sell their babies sight unseen, will need to apply for a USDA permit, pay an annual licensing fee and consent to random inspections.

Therefore, while there are no specific weight guidelines for the use of an FHO, smaller dogs typically have a better outcome since less stress and force is carried on the false joint than would be in a large breed dog.

Puppy food for small and medium breeds usually has higher protein and fat percentages than large breed puppy formulas.

We breed for the smaller than average size dogs, that have the traditional Yorkie personality and are healthy.

We specialize in breeding for the smaller than average size puppies for sale, also commonly referred to as teacup, miniature, tiny, tea cup, mini, micro, little, and etc..

For this reason, small breed puppy foods generally have more calories per ounce than ordinary puppy foods.

Two frequently cited reports (3,4) provide limited guidance because: (1) longevity data are presented as combined mean age at death for a relatively small number of individuals of more than 50 breeds of different body size and life expectancy; and (2) ovarian status is reported as «intact» or «spayed», rather than as number of years of lifetime ovary exposure.

While some individual Pits have been bred for this purpose it is important to note that this is but an infinitesimal part of the breed's background and has never been practiced by more than a small percentage of its owners.

Examples: Afghan, Borzoi, Greyhound, Saluki; Rhodesian Ridgeback My Favorites: Greyhounds; Italian Greyhounds Hunters by sight «triggered to chase and bite moving objects and animals Need same amount of exercise as any other working breed Not bred to obey commands; they are game chasers Can easily jump fences if you aren't watching; very athletic and muscular Usually not dog fighters, but will chase and kill some small animals; Rhodesian Ridgebacks are more pack oriented, more likely to be territorial, and can do higher levels of obedience than typical sighthounds; can be quite protective of the owner and property; not for novices Tough on the outside, soft on the inside.

Adult dog foods for small breed dogs will usually have kibble pieces that are smaller than ordinary kibble.

Many smaller breeds which typically make it onto those «best dogs for seniors» lists are often way too yappy, can be hard to training and often need more exercise than their bigger counterparts making them less than perfect for senior lifestyles.

Small - breed formulas have more calories per cup than medium - and large - breed foods, making an energy - packed diet most appropriate for them.

This cute toy dog is famous for his superb white color that makes him very distinct than other small dog breeds.

It's legal to confine adult breeding dogs to small, wire - bottomed cages, only 6 inches longer than the dog on all sides, often stacked on top of other cages, for life.

Puppy food for large breeds is typically a little lower in fat, protein and calcium than puppy food made for small breeds.

Just be prepared to be collar shopping for a while until he's fully grown into his body, which takes longer for larger breeds than for smaller ones.

Since Beagliers are a small breed of dog, their puppies will be smaller than Golden Retriever pups, for example.

The best large breed puppy foods should be a little less energy - dense than food formulated for smaller dogs.

In general, pedigree breeds use a much smaller gene pool for breeding than domestic cats and therefore have a higher risk of developing inherited disorders.

For example, small dogs (like toy breeds and dogs with short snouts) typically need dental care earlier than large dogs.

Your large breed puppy will grow for a longer period of time than smaller dogs.

For instance, bigger canines apparently suffer from cancer more often, which could make sense; large dogs grow more than smaller breeds do, and cancer is rooted in abnormal cell growth.

Hip dysplasia, an abnormality of the hip joints that causes pain and loss of mobility, is another common issue that seems to target certain breeds; the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals has found that 61 percent of Bulldogs and 80 percent of Pugs are troubled by it, although in general, large breeds have worse rates of hip problems than small breeds.

The only downside is that the front clip is made from reinforced fabric rather than metal, so it's not as durable (this is less of an issue for small dog breeds though).

These small, yet energetic dogs might have less body mass than some other breeds — but don't make the mistake of thinking that this minimizes their need for a quality, nutritional calorie base!

This breed is less underfoot than the smaller breeds, quiet, and less likely to bark at anyone in the hall; if you have an extra couch they can take over, the Greyhound is a good choice for your apartment.

The first heat is earlier for small breeds than large breeds.

many large / giant breeds can not be transported via airplane in the passenger compartment; for example a 12 week old borzoi will not fit in anything smaller than a 300 crate, and may require a 400 size.

Large and giant breeds need more support than smaller dogs because they have a higher risk for arthritis and other musculoskeletal issues.

His personality makes him more fit for apartment living than many smaller, more active breeds.

Small birth weight is defined as a weight that is 25 % less than the birth weight for the breed.

It takes more time to care for these big rabbits than it does to care for smaller breeds.

But this is confounded by genetics: For example, small breed dogs tend to have more severe dental disease than large dogs.

There are toys that are specifically made for large and small breeds, and if you use a dog toy for something other than its intended purpose, you may be putting your dog at risk.