Sentences with phrase «health and temperament as»

Creating life is something I take very seriously - my Yorkies come from some of the finest bloodlines world wide and each litter is carefully planned taking into account health and temperament as well as beauty.

Not exact matches

A child's temperament may change a lot during the first few months, because the way a newborn behaves is influenced by temporary factors such as pregnancy hormones, maternal health and diet, duration of labor, a premature birth, and immature neurological development.

Multiple findings show that the course of their lives can largely be traced to their health, environment, and temperament as children.

In ancient Greece, Hippocrates introduced the concept that our health and temperament was controlled by the four humors, proposing that blood was the one responsible for courage, playfulness as well as hope.

Making the cut Canines of any breed, size and age can become therapy dogs — as long as they have a pleasant temperament and are in good health.

# 7 — Noticing changes As mentioned above, working so closely with their local stray and feral cats gives TNR caretakers the opportunity to notice if a cat has gone missing or if there has been a change to a specific cat's health or temperament.

I have bred a relatively small number of litters, always keeping health, temperament, and breed type as my first priorities.

Breeders should strive to select sires who have the ideal attributes for the breed such as performance and temperament and stay clear of any breed related health disorders.

The reason being, in order to be a guide dog, each dog must display certain characteristics, such as gentleness, good health, and a selective temperament.

Every breed of dog includes a description of the dog, as well as temperament, grooming, health, exercise and training information.

Some things can't be determined on a puppy until the pup is at least 2 years old, such as health problems and some types of temperament problems, so it is better to get an older dog from a shelter.

Many case studies on breeds, breed crosses for dominance studies, Myths and fallacies about breeding dogs, inheritance of traits (such as temperament, health, intelligence, and abilities).

However, just as you may have certain desires about the dog you want to adopt, so each Westie also has special needs, which a rescuer will try to determine through an initial health, background and temperament evaluation.

As members of the GR club they are actively involved in promoting ethical breeding and research to maintain the highest standards in health, genetics and temperament of the breed.

Health certifications should therefore be encouraged but duly noted and weighed as just one factor relating to overall health, temperament, and quality when breeding decisions areHealth certifications should therefore be encouraged but duly noted and weighed as just one factor relating to overall health, temperament, and quality when breeding decisions arehealth, temperament, and quality when breeding decisions are made.

As we mark our tenth anniversary in 2013, we are committed to transforming New York City into a no - kill community by 2015: where no dogs or cats of reasonable health and temperament will be killed merely because they do not have homes.

Beside health concerns, you can get a good idea of what kind of temperament the puppy will have, as well as the looks that they may have when fully grown, by checking the puppy's parents, talking with the breeder and observing how the puppy interacts with you and its litter mates.

Quality puppies are available, although, breeding is our number one priority as long as each litter is carefully planned, temperament and health being of paramount importance.

Along with components such as socialization, an early development program (such as Puppy Culture), proper health testing, a quality breeder, and temperament testing; choosing an appropriate breed in the first place is essential.

Good - intentioned people who buy from pet stores, puppy mill websites, or even local backyard breeders (people who breed as a hobby or an «oops» but do not actually know their breed inside and out, nor do they test for health and temperament before breeding) often face serious veterinary bills associated with genetic issues that arise as these puppies grow.

As the only open admission shelter serving Berkshire County and surrounding areas, BHS accepts all companion animals — no matter their age, breed, temperament, or health.

We obtain appropriate legal relinquishment forms (shelter release, owner surrender) and we obtain as much information related to temperament and health history as possible.

It can also reveal some important information as to possible health concerns and what you might need to prepare for in terms of temperament.

Takes steps to ensure that the dogs being produced are an improvement on health, temperament and qualities as a companion.

Breeders can use these genetic diversity results just as they already use tests for and analyses of health, longevity, type, structure, temperament, inbreeding and performance.

Once the animals pass their health and temperament examinations and are offered for adoption, they stay as long as they remain in good health and don't develop temperament problems.

Responsible breeders take into consideration the temperament, as well as the health and appearance of the mating pair before breeding.

There are even more factors to consider, such as grooming and exercise needs, temperament, and potential health issues.

What objective evidence do you have as to their sound health and temperament?

If the breeder advertises do they focus on the important qualities such as health and temperament.

Some studies suggest that conditions in the womb, including the mom's diet, are just as important as genetic factors for your dog's or cat's long - term health and temperament.

Please be careful here as health problems may be common as the «for - profit» breeder does not select the best possible bloodlines that will be compatible for good health, longevity and good temperament.

The Humane Society and Animal Rescue League will euthanize animals in some circumstances, such as poor health or poor temperament.

The color of the coat is something that you should not be prioritizing as a part of the breeding — the key points for a responsible breeder would be temperament, structure and health, and if you buy from a breeder that has prioritized the color of the coat you may find that they have sacrificed one of those things.

Other health concerns include allergies, deafness, heart disease, hip dysplasia, luxating patellas, seizures, temperament problems such as rage syndrome in solid colored dogs, and skin problems.

On the other hand, there are a LOT of backyard breeders out there, that charge as much as a good breeder would, for dogs with serious health and temperament problems.

● For 93 percent of adopters and 78 percent of purchasers, a pet's characteristics (such as health, size, temperament and compatibility with other animals and children), were more important than breed.

You can find health and temperament information for many breeds, as well as a list of breeders, through the American Kennel Club.

Excessive inbreeding can result in serious health and temperament problems as a puppy matures.

Breeders who do OFA certification (as well as other types of genetic testing), tend to be more cautious in selecting individuals for breeding, and they strive to improve upon their dogs» health, structure, and temperament.

As a small hobby breeder, it «s our passion to continue the sporty line but to enhance the health, temperament and look of the Cavaliers for show or pet.

Appreciate the unique nature of the Czechoslovakian Vlcak and try to preserve its characteristics of type, temperament, and health as a versatile, working breed.

As superior as the Shepherd is, health and temperament problems should be taken into consideration before selecting this breeAs superior as the Shepherd is, health and temperament problems should be taken into consideration before selecting this breeas the Shepherd is, health and temperament problems should be taken into consideration before selecting this breed.

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.

The placement of an individual dog, cat or other animal for adoption at our shelter is based on an evaluation of his or her health and temperament, as well as available kennel space.

Size that is significantly larger or smaller than the Standard may be an indication that the breeder does not place priority on following the GRCA Code of Ethics, and this also raises concerns regarding other aspects of the breeding, such as health and temperament issues.

If this is the primary goal, placed above health and temperament and without a view towards maintaining genetic diversity, breeding for competitive advantage may not necessarily be for the betterment of the breed as a whole.

And let the soundness, health, and temperament of dogs that we have bred reflect our dedication to the good breeding practices and best interests of the breed as set forth in this Code of EthiAnd let the soundness, health, and temperament of dogs that we have bred reflect our dedication to the good breeding practices and best interests of the breed as set forth in this Code of Ethiand temperament of dogs that we have bred reflect our dedication to the good breeding practices and best interests of the breed as set forth in this Code of Ethiand best interests of the breed as set forth in this Code of Ethics.

Appreciate the unique nature of the Canaan Dog and try to preserve its characteristics of type, temperament, and health as a natural dog.

Pocket Beagles are either selectively bred from purebred Beagles that are exceptionally small (which is not recommended because smaller size is frequently associated with more health problems), or they are the result of mix breeding Beagles to other small breeds such as Chihuahuas or Dachshunds (which is not recommended because you are introducing unpredictable temperament and health conditions from those breeds, into the Beagle gene pool).