Sentences with phrase «though smaller breed dogs»

Conservative management is an option though smaller breed dogs have a better chance of success than larger breeds.

Even though your small breed dog needs more calories per pound, it's important not let him become overweight.

Even though your small breed dog might act like a big guy, he truly does have some unique nutritional needs.

Not exact matches

Unlike Hills» Science Diet Adult Small and Toy Breed dog food, this food doesn't contain a lot of sources of vitamin C, though it does contain some dried vegetables added at the end of the ingredient list.

For example, though it is the smallest of dog breeds, the Chihuahua can make a bad choice for apartment living because of the breed's tendency to bark, as well as its energetic, nervous demeanour (But we don't strike the Chihuahua off our best dog for an apartment list yet).

The Chorkie is generally a smart little dog, though training can be a challenge in some cases, as it usually is for small breeds.

Though larger and smaller dogs do occur, this is evidence of a poor breeding or possibly wrong diet and poor health condition.

The small size of this breed makes it a popular choice for apartment or urban dwellers, though these dogs still need daily exercise to remain fit and healthy.

There is some evidence to suggest that the breed is descended from a spitz - type dog and selectively bred for his small size, though others believe that he originated in Asia and descended from the Tibetan Terrier.

Though most terriers are quite small dogs, we do have a couple of larger breed terriers in the UK and those are the Beddlington, and the Airedale.

Even though smaller dogs are not as prone to bloat as large - breed dogs, it is still a good idea to prevent your dog from eating too quickly.

Known affectionately as the «Monkey Dog» due to the appearance of the breed, this breed is a unique small dog usually weighing less than ten pounds, and usually growing no taller than ten inches, even though some may grow to 12 or so inchDog» due to the appearance of the breed, this breed is a unique small dog usually weighing less than ten pounds, and usually growing no taller than ten inches, even though some may grow to 12 or so inchdog usually weighing less than ten pounds, and usually growing no taller than ten inches, even though some may grow to 12 or so inches.

Fat — As mentioned above, small dogs need more calories per pound than bigger dogs, though not quite as many calories as the tiniest Toy breeds.

The term «teacup» is used by some breeders to refer to the smallest dogs of a particular breed, though these pups are not considered a separate breed from their larger counterparts.

Unfortunately, the breed came close to extinction by the end of World War I, though a small number of dogs were preserved and used to start a breeding program in the 1950s.

Blue Buffalo is also great for dogs who have a known allergy to poultry based by products, and, even though this formula isn't available for young pups, the small breed size bag may work well for when he / she gets older.

The onset of the first heat cycle, when a female can become pregnant, follows the same time frame as puberty (4 to 6 months) for cats and small dogs, though it may be delayed until 18 to 24 months in larger breeds of dogs.

Though it may sound counterintuitive, as a general rule, large breed dogs require less food and small breed dogs require more food when expressed on a volume of food per pound of body weight.

The only downside is that the front clip is made from reinforced fabric rather than metal, so it's not as durable (this is less of an issue for small dog breeds though).

The classical patient is a young to middle - aged small breed dog though any dog of any breed can be affected.

The small, erect ears are pointed and the tail is un-docked, thicker at the base, and carried gaily, but not curled over the back.Size: Dogs â $ «Height: 10 - 12 inches / Weight: 17 - 23 poundsBitches â $ «Height: 9 - 11 inches / Weight: 13 - 20 poundsBreed Specific Health Issues: A very healthy breed overall, though some suffer from liver disease, calcification of the jawbone, and skin disease.Life Expectancy: The West Highland White Terrier is known for living for 15 years or more.Grooming Requirements: This breed has a very easy coat to care for, needing only an occasional going over with a stiff brush.

As a small and tiny dog breed, Yorkies, though, can not be universally measures and always with the same size.

Dogs, as you know, vary greatly in size from smallest to largest breeds, and even though a Malamute or Rottweiller may be the same size as a wolf, their teeth are considerably smaller.

Description Even though the Irish Terrier was originally bred by Irish farmers to protect their small holdings, this dog really earned his stripes during WW1 running as a messenger dog.

For small - breed dogs and puppies such as Maltese, Pomeranians and Yorkshire Terriers, a simple automatic feeder that continuously refills the bowl as it empties is probably the best option, though electronic feeders might work as well.

Even though the Schipperke is a small breed, they are usually quite bright and will participate in various dog sports like agility, flyball, herding, musical freestyle, and obedience as sport offering physical and mental challenges together with bonding with their family.

Not all small dog breeds get along with youngsters or other animals, though the majority will be fine with proper socialization.

Though small in stature, small dog breeds are big in attitude and quite tough.

Daisy Davis started by the inspiration of one dog, and even though we are a very small and new group, we are proud of the work we are doing and look forward to helping change the image of America's most misunderstood breed: the American Pit Bull Terrier.

Most dogs are reliably house - trained by one year of age, though small breeds can take a little longer.

The latter is a small breed of dog that is identical to the other two even though coat and color differs.

So, if you're a small breed owner (even though everyone knows that large breeds are the best pfff), it is a perfectly normal behavior that can be tamed by training your dog and socializing him.

(Note of advice, though... my Chi enjoys eating / seeks out larger - sized food pieces — I think because it makes him feel like «one of the big dogs» — so this size is perfect for him... but if your pup likes smaller pieces of food, V - dog does come in a smaller breed size).

Though most are too small to serve as effectively as other breeds as guide dogs for the blind, some make first - rate service dogs for the deaf.

Even though the Poochin is a small breed, your dog might want to become the dominant member of your pack, so use your training sessions as an opportunity to establish yourself as the pack leader.

Don't be fooled though by this breed's cute looks and small size; these dogs are handful to train and manage which makes them good candidates for experienced dog owners.

Sadly, though, «designer» breeders tried, and failed, to make the breed even smaller by crossbreeding it with other breeds of dogs.

«Though there is no limit on the sum assured and it depends on the breed of the dog, this segment is very small and we have only a handful of policies,» said Rao.