Sentences with phrase «more active dog breeds»

Many of the more active dog breeds tend to significantly slow down as they age making them much more manageable from an activity standpoint.

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This is definitely true of Jack Russells as much as any other dog - possibly even more so, as the Jack Russell is definitively a terrier: active, agile, with a propensity to run for miles and dig endlessly (these dogs were bred to keep up with the horses during a fox - hunt, and to tunnel after prey that's gone to ground).

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

The average adult dog needs about 30 calories per pound of bodyweight (more if he is particularly active) but small - breed dogs need an average of 40, sometimes as much as 50, calories per pound of bodyweight.

It is a very active» breed which makes it more prune to accidents then other dogs.

All dogs need regular exercise but dogs as active as this breed need it even more.

Pet owners who own multiple dogs in different age brackets and of various breeds find it more convenient and beneficial to give their pets Victor Dog Food Select Hi - Pro Plus Formula for Active Dogs and Puppdogs in different age brackets and of various breeds find it more convenient and beneficial to give their pets Victor Dog Food Select Hi - Pro Plus Formula for Active Dogs and PuppDogs and Puppies.

Recent epidemiological studies have suggested that younger, more active large breeds of dogs may be predisposed to CCL rupture.

A less - active Puggle will require about 540 calories on a daily basis to stay energized and healthy, while a moderately - active dog of this breed will require a bit more — somewhere around 660 calories.

We provide active advocacy against breed discriminatory legislation, operate one of the country's first all - pittie therapy dog programs, maintain a foster - based rescue program, and promote a more positive and accurate public image of all pit bull - type dogs through various outreach efforts.

This recipe has a moderately high fat content, so I think it is better suited to more active adult dogs, such as higher energy breeds like Pitbulls and Boxers.

Those who are limited in their abilities to exercise a dog with daily walks, and the elderly individual who wants a playful companion but is not able to handle a larger, more active and powerful canine will find this breed an excellent choice.

These delicious tablets provide added support for the more advanced needs of large breed, highly active, and older dogs for optimal joint mobility, structure, and function.

Active breeds will require far more exercise in order to remain healthy than smaller dogs or more sedentary animals.

TTA (tibial tuberosity advancement)- this surgery is more involved but is better suited for large breed, active dogs.

Likewise, if you don't have a yard, or aren't living an active lifestyle, getting a dog that requires a lot of activity would perhaps be best avoided in lieu of a smaller, more sedentary breed.

* has spent a number of years studying and learning about their breed * is active in one or more breed clubs or similar groups and thus is in regular contact with other people in the breed * knows their breeding stock inside and out for several generations back * has an «eye for a dog» and has developed a detailed picture of the type of dog they're breeding toward * almost always compete in some in some sort of activity with their dogs (conformation, working activities, obedience etc.) so as to have a realistic idea of how their dogs compare to others of the same the breed * is knowledgable about the hereditary problems that occur in their breed and has the appropriate tests done prior to breeding in order to decrease the likelihood of their occurance in their pups * considers temperament important * is knowledgable about the mating and whelping of dogs in general, so as to minimize the chances of injury or death to the breeding dogs * is extremely concerned with the quality of the homes that their puppies are destinied for, to the point of not performing a breeding if they don't feel good homes will be available for the pups * never has more dogs of their own than they are properly able to care for * is willing and able to educate and build a relationship with their puppy buyers * is honest * uses spay / neuter contracts and / or limited registration to prevent the casual breeding of their puppies * is ALWAYS willing to take back a dog of their breeding if a puppy buyer can not keep it for any reason.

They are an active energetic breed and love nothing more than having a job to do so the best way to exercise your Siberian Husky is to get involved with a local dog - sledding group there are 4 different sled dog sports in the UK.

Australian Shepherds are active dogs who frequently exhibit a strong will to do some sort of work, be it the breed's traditional stockwork or the plethora of more recently adopted activities people enjoy with their dogs.

Show bred Springers are still lively, active dogs but they tend to be a little less driven by their prey drive and a little more focussed on their owners.

Some small dogs require more exercise than large breeds; for example, Scottish Terriers are often more active than much larger dogs, so it pays to research potential breeds.

The Irish setter tends to have a high metabolism and may need more food than a similar sized dog of a less active breed.

The more people who see that they are a breed that integrates well into an active family, that they aren't vicious killers and are actually well behaved lap dogs, that they are super intelligent and athletic, the more people will advocate for them moving forward.

A well - bred Lab is just about the perfect pet for an active family, a steady companion for handicapped owners, and a dedicated working dog for fire departments, search and rescue teams, and more.

They should be active in one or more clubs for their particular breed or breeds and regularly participate in dog shows and competitions.

Common sense dictates that larger and more energetic dog breeds need more space than smaller, less active breeds.

Grande added that some breeds are more challenging than others, but active, open - minded owners willing to train and exercise the dog daily could get along with most dogs.

To give you an idea of what the activity levels are for this breed, a typical Bulldog will do about 30 minutes of exercise a day, while an active / working dog will do an hour or more.