Sentences with phrase «problem in large breed dogs»

In the Southern USA, veterinarians see quite a few ear problems in large breed dogs that are associated with swimming in swimming pools and stagnant fresh water.

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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.

Wobbler syndrome is a conditions which affects large breed dogs due to compression of the spinal cord; in a smaller dog like a Chihuahua, I would be looking more at conditions like hydrocephalus which is a common problem in Chihuahuas and other toy breed dogs.

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.

Research has shown that rapid puppy growth — especially in a large breed of dog — can increase the risk of skeletal, joint, and other health problems.

Stiffness when sitting and laying down can be signs of several muscular or skeletal problems in young, large breed dogs.

Anal gland problems are more common in small and medium - sized dogs, but large breeds and cats can develop issues as well.

The AVMA policy statement goes on to say: ``... potential health problems associated with spaying and neutering have also been identified, including an increased risk of prostatic cancer in males; increased risks of bone cancer and hip dysplasia in large - breed dogs associated with sterilization before maturity; and increased incidences of obesity, diabetes, urinary tract infections, urinary incontinence, and hypothyroidism.»

In addition, the large dog breeds are also prone to many health problems.

OCD is primarily a problem in large or giant breed dogs.

Even so, the AVMA deals HSUS a blow in its straightforward policy statement «potential health problems associated with spaying and neutering have also been identified, including an increased risk of prostatic cancer in males; increased risks of bone cancer and hip dysplasia in large - breed dogs associated with sterilization before maturity; and increased incidences of obesity, diabetes, urinary tract infections, urinary incontinence, and hypothyroidism.»

One problem that they do suffer from that is common in larger dog breeds is hip dysplasia, an inherited disease that affects the hip joints.

In dogs, smaller breeds tend to experience dental problems at a younger age than their larger counterparts.

That such breeders exist, is down to the widespread problem of breed blindness with has permeated large parts of the dog breeding community in certain breeds.

Puppies have unique nutritional needs, and in a large - breed dogs, there are risks for orthopedic problems down the road if the wrong type of food is fed during the delicate stage of growth.

GDV is a potentially life threatening problem in large - chested dog breeds, where the stomach fills with gas and twists back on itself after eating.

Most commonly seen in large, shorthaired dogs like the Doberman pinscher, Labrador retriever, certain bird dog breeds, and Great Danes, it is typically the Dobies and the Danes that lick for this reason creating the problem.

Hip dysplasia is more of a problem in large and giant breed dogs.

Skeldon has continued to blame «pit bulls» for the problem with the high kill numbers — however, records pulled by the Toledo Blade show differently — in total, 70 different breeds of dogs including 145 Labrador Retrievers and 131 German Shepherds — and large numbers of Chows, Beagles, Cocker Spaniels, Shar Peis, Chihuahuas, Miniature Pinschers and Jack Russell Terriers.

They will tend to be minimally involved in the breed - and they will produce the largest number of problem dogs.

The problem is usually seen in large breed dogs such as Bernese Mountain Dogs, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Rottweilers, and German shephedogs such as Bernese Mountain Dogs, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Rottweilers, and German shepheDogs, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Rottweilers, and German shepherds.

What I was concerned about is her coming in heat, we do not want to breed her, but our Vet said that «They — have researched spaying the larger breeds of dogs before they go through one or two heat cycles, and found out that was one of the reasons they have discovered they have physical problems later in life» ---- We have been married for 51 years, and have never been without two labs at one time (a dog needs a dog companion, the same as humans) when we lose one, we all mourn her loss, so we get her a puppy and we start another member of our family.

In large breed dogs, rapid growth has been found to increase the chances of developing hip dysplasia, and studies have shown that providing a diet to slow the growth rate of these dogs can help to lower developing joint problems.

My hope is, that by posting this account of my tragedy, that I can put in peoples» minds that this is NOT just a large breed dogs» problem.

This breed is prone to hip dysplasia, a common problem in almost all large dogs.

The second most likely problem in a young large breed dog is osteochronditis dissecans (OCD) affecting the elbow.

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.

In the same way that inbreeding among human populations can increase the frequency of normally rare genes that cause diseases, the selective breeding that created the hundreds of modern dog breeds has put purebred dogs at risk for a large number of health problems, affecting both body and behavior.

This problem is particularly common in smaller breeds, such as the Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, but can also affect larger dogs.

Once thought to be strictly a problem in giant breeds, HOD is also seen in large and medium size breeds, including Setters, Labrador Retrievers, Doberman Pinschers, Weimaraners, Pointers, German Shepherd Dogs, Collies, Boxers, Basset Hounds, Great Danes, and Borzoi.

A problem called elbow dysplasia is a developmental abnormality that occurs in the elbow joint of dogs, mostly of the medium to large breeds.

Distance - running hurts the joints of small dogs, and large breeds like Great Danes are susceptible to heart problems and fractures in their ankles and feet.

Like so many large — and even some not - so - large — dog breeds, the Great Pyrenees is subject to problems in the bones and joints.

Mandatory spay / neuter laws usually force all dogs (regardless of breed) to be altered by four or sometimes 2 months of age, regardless of the long - term health problems that this may cause in larger breeds.

The number one problem plaguing the commercial dog - breeding world is the large number of commercial kennels that operate in violation of the AWA without being licensed by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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.

These sleeping habits change depending on a number of factors — age, weight, health, and other determinants that affect your dog's lifestyle, which is why the best dog bed is one of the most important dog supplies an owner can get in the beginning, especially for large breeds that are prone to arthritis and other problems.

A small percentage of cavaliers will also develop orthopedic problems such as hip dysplasia, but since they are a small dog, it is not the catastrophe that it would be in a larger breed.

This condition is a problem in most large dog breeds, but especially so in Great Danes.

Excessive feeding during growth can lead to obesity and in large breed dogs can result in skeletal problems (Hedhammer et al., 1974; Lavelle, 1989; Kealy et al., 1992).

, Also had a dog get sick a few years back when Blue had a problem with vit d in their large breed dog food, not deadly but harmful only a thousand dollars then, Don't feed this stuff if you care about your pet, toxins build up over time,....................................

It's important to note, though, that there's not enough data yet to get a clear image of all their health issues and behavioral problems, so I personally find it hard to tell whether it's ethical or not to breed these dogs in large numbers.

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.

In general the larger the breed the more problematic arthritis is likely to be but even smaller dogs that are obese, have a history of joint or muscle problems or that have had injuries to joints can develop the condition.

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.

While it is true that (particularly large breed) puppies benefit from a moderate protein content diet during their growth stage, in order to allow for slower, more even growth and to avoid orthopedic problems, the concept of avoiding proteins and fats in a dog's diet seems to be tied more to cost of ingredients - lesser amounts of quality meats, more grains - than anything else.

Rapid growth at a young age leads to hip and joint problems later in life for large breed dogs.

Canine hip dysplasia is a polygenic trait that remains a problem in most large breeds of dog, despite efforts to control this condition dating back to the 1960s.

In other breeds, thyroid problems have evolved into larger issues with a high percentage of dogs requiring medication to sustain pregnancy and may have other problems related to the disease.

Paraprostatic cysts These fluid - filled pockets start developing adjacent to the prostate in some medium and large breed dogs shortly after birth, but usually they don't present a problem until the dog is a few years old.