Sentences with phrase «giant dog breeds which»

Avoiding excess calcium is important, especially in giant dog breeds which undergo rapid growth.

Neapolitan mastiff is a giant dog breed which is a natural guard dog and have friendly, calm, quiet and affectionate nature.

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From toy and small dogs, such as Yorkshire Terriers or Chihuahuas to giant breeds like the Newfoundland and the Irish Wolfhound, the size of the dog's brain will change, but the manner in which they learn is the same.

You could also look at the Beauceron, Bouvier des Flandres, German Shepherd, and Giant Schnauzer which are all large breed dogs that have good life spans and that could handle physically moving a person, helping them up or keeping them upright.

Eating too much at a time or eating too quickly can be very dangerous for large and giant breed dogs which is why you should give this PetRageous Designs Metro Stripes Slow Feeder Pet Bowl a try.

Though there is no universal height or weight at which a dog breed is officially classified as a big dog, some groups define giant dog breeds as those heavier than 100 pounds (45 kg).

(ref) Problems associated with protein and calcium levels are most often a problem in giant breeds of dogs which lay down bone abnormally.

By Jennifer Evans, DVM Large and giant breed dogs can have «growing pains» in their leg bones when they are pups which can lead to pain and limping.

Like many of the other giant breeds, the greater Swiss mountain dog has a deep chest which unfortunately leaves it prone to bloating.

Larger dogs have a much shorter life expectancy, which ranges from 9 to 12 years in large breeds and 7 — 9 years old in giant breeds.

Zeniquin should not be used in cats younger than 12 months of age or dogs during their rapid growth phase, which can vary from 8 - 18 months based on the breed (small and medium breeds up to 8 months of age, large breeds up to 12 months of age, and giant breeds up to 18 months of age).

This nutrient can also prevent an early onset of arthritis which is prevalent in giant breed dogs.

The rain started around 10:30 a.m., just in time for the pack, which included breeds of dogs ranging from a giant, black Newfoundland, only a year and a half old, to a white, fluffy miniature poodle, to head back to Mulford Farm for contests and activities.

I have a size «Large,» which is about perfect for my Springer Spaniel; a dog much bigger than that would need an «Extra Large,» and they probably will want to make an «Extra Extra Large» for the giant breeds (alternatively, it can be left unzipped, but then you lose some padding).

It is much more frequent in dogs which grow rapidly, usually large or giant breeds which undergo a lot of development between the ages of 5 and 14 months.

In general, the giant breed dogs age much faster than the large breed dogs, which age much faster than the small breed dogs.

The most influential factor on the lifespan of this giant breed is its sheer size which takes a toll on the dog's internal organs as well as its joints.

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.

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.

Rescuing animals in need: My first rescue was a kitten when I was 3 years old and later along with my husband, I started Gentle Giants Rescue and Adoptions, which has become the world's largest giant breed dog rescue.

For example, the kibble for a giant breed adult dog is much larger and more brittle than the kibble for a miniature breed puppy, which needs smaller, softer pieces.

SMONTER heavy duty dog crates come with steel frames which are strong and durable — suited for large and giant breed dogs.

I have a 5 1/2 year old Bernese Mountain Dog, which a picture of one is also on the Giant Breed Formula.

Chicken by - products are, indeed, a natural source of Chondroitin Sulfate and Glucosamine which can be important for the joints of large and giant breed dogs.

Large to giant breed dogs who are fed one large meal per day are predisposed to this condition, which results from a chronic stretching of the stomach.

For example, toy and small breed dogs need a calorie - dense food specially made for them due to their fast metabolisms, while some large and giant breed dogs need a particular macronutrient balance, found in large breed dog foods, which stops them from gaining weight and putting strain on their joints.