Sentences with phrase «large dog with joint problems»

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«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.»

And, large / giant breed foods often include joint supplements such as glucosamine, chondroitin, SAMe, green lip mussels, and other things to help very large dogs avoid problems with arthritis and other joint conditions.

Large - breed dogs like the Giant Schnauzer have an increased risk for bone and joint problems, especially as they get older, so a formula that is supplemented with joint - supporting minerals like glucosamine and chondroitin could be very beneficial.

Like other large breeds, mastiffs are especially prone to bone and joint problems, so avoid strenuous exercise with dogs who haven't reached maturity, even though they appear big and robust.

For large breed dogs and older dogs with joint and muscle problems, the re-circulating water comes from a spout that can be rotating 360 °, for your dog's convenience.

It's considerably more supportive, however, making it a much better choice for medium or large dogs, or those with joint problems.

A large dog playing with a 3 month old puppy is asking for shoulder and joint problems.

This food is, like the rest well - fortified with a variety of vitamins and minerals, as well as important probiotics, but has additional supplements that are meant to alleviate some of the health problems larger dogs are prone to, specifically joint issues.

Obviously, being a large dog, the Rottweiler is prone to several orthopedic problems such as hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia and torn knee ligaments.The joints of this black and tan beauty are subjected to heavy mechanical strain, either during competitive sports or just running about and playing with his owner.

The size of Rottweilers leads them to share a number of joint / skeletal problems with other large breeds of dogs such as German Shepherds, Great Danes, Mastiffs etc..

This recommendation has to do with the interplay of hormones and growth plate closure in growing puppies — for those slower - growing larger breed dogs; it's nice to let them grow more before we spay / neuter to help reduce the risk of certain joint problems.

Arnold Lesser Board - certified orthopedic surgeon Ultravet Diagnostics 220 East Jericho Turnpike Mineola, New York (516-294-6680) Animal Emergency Service 280 Middle Country Road Selden, New York (631-698-2225) «Large - breed dogs tend to have problems with hips and joints and also growth deformities,» says Long Island veterinary surgeon Arnold Lesser, one of a dozen vets in the country specializing in such deformities.

But in the meantime he has developed serious joint problems with his front legs and my husband and I decided to try the specialty version of Avodern for large breed dogs with the additional Omega 3s, chondroiton, and glucosamine.

Many large - breed dog foods are also supplemented with glucosamine and chondroitin to help protect your Lab against bone and joint problems.

Labrador Retrievers: Hip dysplasia and knee and joint problems: Common with all large dogs, hip dysplasia and joint problems often lead to severe pain for your pet.