Sentences with phrase «large breed dogs because»

Smaller pets face much greater risk of chocolate toxicity than large breed dogs because it only takes a small amount of chocolate to negatively affect them.

Owners love this dog food for their large breed dogs because it doesn't contain fillers associated with cheaper dog food brands and their pets love it.

The bed is calibrated to support large breed dogs because they require a lot more support for their joints and heavy sizes (you know those other beds that flatten out after only a short period, this one won't!).

They don't weigh as much as some large breed dogs because of their sleek, almost deer - like build.

Not exact matches

Hill's Science Diet Large Breed food is a good choice because it's made for dogs that weigh over 55 pounds.

It could be that large dog breeds die younger because they have more IGF - 1 — their large size might just be a side effect of having higher concentrations of the growth hormone.

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

I recommend one main thing in regards to dog food brands and that is that I do prefer an all life stages formula for my large breed puppies because of how fast they grow... the rest is really up to you.

«We don't care how rapidly small - breed dogs grow, but we do want to slow down the growth of large - breed dogs because rapid growth puts them at risk for orthopedic problems [difficulty with the skeletal system or associated muscles, joints and ligaments] down the line.»

Many people consider it irresponsible to keep a dog intact; to leave dogs outside for long periods; to keep large, energetic dogs in an apartment; to keep a dog in a crate for long hours; to skip routine veterinary care; to make a bad choice of a breed; or to consider giving up a dog because of that bad choice.

Take the imposing - looking mastiff on a walk, and «either people gravitate toward him because of the anomaly of a large dog or otherwise they walk on the other side of the street,» Boltrek said as Huxley lazed in his grooming area, accepting pets from passers - by, after his breed's contest.

With SO MANY animals in shelters, I have a hard time spending a large amount of money on a dog that will have a home because the majority of consumers want pure breed dogs.

Many large breed dogs do not have problems with bladder stones and as a non-veterinarian I am assuming that this may be because it is easier for stones to pass in large breed dogs since the passageways are larger.

One is because they are toy breeds and these breeds have the longer lifespan compared to medium to large dog breeds.

Large - breed dog foods are also often supplemented with glucosamine and chondroitin for joint support which is important for the Akita because he is prone to musculoskeletal issues.

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.

Because the Akita is a large and active breed, he may need more food than a smaller or less active dog.

This is more than the amount of calories per pound required by larger dog breeds because small dogs have a higher metabolism.

It's easier to over feed a small or toy breed of dog than a larger one, simply because their caloric requirements are very low.

Because this recipe is not formulated for dogs of any specific size, it could be a good choice for a Standard Schnauzer who rides the line between medium and large breeds.

Also, Dawn Chandler with Big Red Rescue of the Heartland has given us their update on the rescue: A mother and her ten puppies were pulled from Louisiana by Mid American Boston Terrier Rescue; Jennifer Misfeldt of the Boston Rescue asked Big Red to take the mom and pups because they were too large of a breed of dog for them.

We do not recommend this food for weight control for large and giant breed dogs because of the pea bran meal and powdered cellulose in the food.

A large breeding facility or a puppy mill will often have problems with parvo and other diseases because so many dogs are kept in cages next to each other.

4.0 mm Prong - Very heavy and we only recommend these for extremely large and giant breed dogs, can be hard to put on due to the thickness of the prongs and because of the thickness and size of the prongs it doesn't offer the precision of the two smaller sizes.

I truly believe that the standard schnauzer because of their size (most therapy dogs in our unit have been very large such as Great Danes, Labrador Retrievers and Bernese Mountain Dogs) will be less likely to intimidate those children who might be a bit wary of one of the larger bredogs in our unit have been very large such as Great Danes, Labrador Retrievers and Bernese Mountain Dogs) will be less likely to intimidate those children who might be a bit wary of one of the larger breDogs) will be less likely to intimidate those children who might be a bit wary of one of the larger breeds.

Dogs are not determined to be the largest based on weight because you could create an obese dog that weighs as much as a giant breed dog.

The photos below are deceiving because it shows a large green farm yet the breeding dogs were suffering from no vet care, were forced to live and breed with painful and life threatening conditions, and suffered from mental anguish.

So before you go accusing large breed dogs of being worse just because of their size, try putting your child with a small breed dog.

Though some say that mixed breed dogs are inherently healthier than pure breeds simply because they have a larger gene pool, if both parent breeds are prone to the same diseases a mixed breed will have a higher risk for getting those diseases.

Smaller breeds are more prone than larger because the teeth are closer together in small dogs, and these dogs usually live longer.

Another fact to have smallest puppies is because they live longer than the larger dog breeds.

Because puppyhood is such an important stage in any dog's life, BLUE Freedom for Large Breed Puppies features ingredients that support healthy growth and development.

Because it is not specifically formulated for large breed dogs, it is advisable to only offer this food to your pet for the first six months of her life.

This is because many dog breeds in the world today have builds that include large heads and short haired coats.

Eventually the breed died out in Newfoundland in large part because of a heavy dog tax.

Because the adult life of large dogs goes at the faster pace than the small breeds.

Many large breed dogs eat food that is designed for their size rather than their breed, and these work best because of the balance between carbs, fats and proteins.

Toy breeds should avoid dog parks altogether because their size can make them an attack target for larger dogs.

I chose a 4 star on pet enjoyment because my other dog doesn't seem to like the small breed formula, she loves P's food but it's for Large breeds so I don't let her eat it, I will be switching to a different formula for her and see if I can't find one she likes but I recommend this food to everyone I know!

Because a small dog is so much shorter than a large breed, humans appear more intimidating to small dogs.

The downward trend in entries Is likely to have a larger impact on the 90 LE breeds because of the few number of dogs being exhibited.

Q: We're in the process of moving to a rental home, but we've run into a major roadblock because of an issue with our dog, a 6 - month - old large mixed breed.

I am having second thoughts about switching him back because Bullmastiffs need Glucosamine Chondroitin for their fast growing joints, but I have read some research that states Large Breed Puppy food makes the dog grow to quick.

No dog is too young, too old, too large, too small, or too bad - tempered, and we never turn away a dog because of his or her breed.

Large - breed dogs are affected more often than small dogs; and dogs that are overweight are more likely to experience symptoms because of the extra strain placed on ligaments and joints.

It could be that large dog breeds die younger because they have more IGF - 1 — their large size might just be a side effect of having higher concentrations of the growth hormone.

The authors note that the prevalence of «pit bull - type dogs» in «the... number of cases that resulted in very severe injuries or fatalities» may be accounted for in large part because of «the popularity of the breed in the victim's community, reporting biases and the dog's treatment by its owner (e.g., use as fighting dogs — note 21).»

Veterinarians recommend against dog sweaters for long - haired larger breeds because these dogs are naturally predisposed to survive cold temperatures.

We are drawn to sporting, herding, working breeds because we like clever, energetic, playful, medium to large dogs.

Classed as a toy dog breed because of its small size, the Pomeranian is descended from the larger Spitz type dogs, specifically the German Spitz.