Sentences with phrase «toy breeds»

Thieves may be targeting small and toy breeds because they fit into a car easier and are less conspicuous than taking, say, a Great Dane.

Consumers routinely pay thousands of dollars for teacups and some toy breeds, while you can get a lovely golden retriever — 55 to 80 pounds — for $ 300.

All the toy breeds are very small or small.

New York City - based veterinarian Dr. Rachel Barrack told The Dodo that toy breeds, dogs with short hair coats, and older dogs benefit the most from having sweaters.

It seems to be rare in small or toy breeds.

A dam's pregnancy normally lasts 63 days, with toy breeds a bit shorter and larger breeds a bit longer.

Dubbed the king of toys, the min pin slowly accumulated admirers and is presently one of the more popular toy breeds in the United States.

This need for home socialization is particularly important for those toy breeds and breeds that will become family pets.

Singletons which are more common in the toy breeds may be overlarge for the birth canal.

Hypoglycemia, especially after a prolonged fast, is most likely in affected toy breeds of dogs.

Recommended for puppies, toy breeds and short - haired breeds such as Beagles, Fox Terriers, Dachshunds, etc..

Small and toy breeds become seniors at 8 years of age.

Child - specific brushes can be used for toy breeds of dogs.

This disease generally affects the toy breeds, the Yorkshire Terrier is such type of breed and if the dog tends to develop this disease, it generally appears between birth and the fourth month.

Another big problem with the selective breeding process of the toy breeds is that the smallest animals in the litter are also the weakest and least adapted to survival.

It is among the most athletic of toy breeds.

This illness usually affects toy breeds, and that is why Yorkshire Terriers are also prone to it.

Kennel cough tends to be worse and linger longer in narrow - trachea toy breeds like pomeranians, toy poodles and miniature dachshunds.

Since dogs from toy breeds are susceptible to anaphylactic shock reactions caused by leptospirosis vaccines, the vaccines should only be given to those who have high risk of contact with the bacteria.

The below common causes of canine dystocia are proven right by the frequent diagnosis of birthing problems in specific breeds (small and toy breeds, but also overweight dogs, and brachycephalic breeds).

Hill's Science Diet as been developed specifically for toy breeds and small breed puppies, taking the specific needs of these size animals into consideration.

Breeds that enjoy hare feet include some toy breeds, as well as the Samoyed, Bedlington terrier, Skye terrier, borzoi and greyhound.

Some toy breeds do mature at a slower rate than other dog breeds.

Amitraz is most likely to be toxic to toy breeds, senior pets, weak pets, cats, and rabbits.

Heart disease is a problem for dogs as they age - especially some of our toy breeds.

Just as in other toy breeds, the Chihuahua is prone to swelling on the brain because the cerebrospinal fluid can not drain properly from the skull.

Smaller sizes are sufficient for small and toy breeds.

The most independent of the toy breeds, the Pomeranian does not cling to its owners.

As they are little dogs, they will require a diet specific to toy breeds.

Small breed formulas are precisely blended to help meet small and toy breeds» higher energy needs.

Of course, even some toy breeds can do very well with 29 percent protein.

The dogs that we personally have to train to be less aggressive are usually small or toy breeds due to the fact that their owners don't correct bad behavior and treat them like human children causing over dominance in the dogs.

I worry about small dogs that skip an entire day's meal, due to the higher rate of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) among the small and toy breeds when they do not eat consistently.

Dry food designed for toy breeds often contains smaller kibble, making it easier for your pup to enjoy!

Small or toy breeds usually reach their full size at between nine and 12 months while a giant breed can take anywhere from 18 to 24 months to completely mature.

Small breeds up to 30 pounds mature around ten to twelve months of age although some toy breeds reach maturity even sooner.

A major benefit of toy breeds is that they eat less than larger dogs and, as a result, produce less waste.

Many toy breeds, such as the miniature pinscher, the toy poodle and the English toy terrier appear to be miniaturized versions of larger breeds.

Although toy breeds can be just as demanding of your time as the next dog, they are loving, intelligent and obedient dogs.

Some toy breeds require special attention such as lots of exercise or frequent grooming, while others have minimal requirements.

The Chinese effected judicious crosses with their native toy breeds and exported a more refined Maltese back to Europe.

Later, some toy breeds were the lapdogs of European royalty.

... but no one ever talks about raw feeding toy breeds... I have 2 eight pound chihuahuas... I have been raw feeding since december but I have to tell you... it is terrifying and I dread every meal... I have only used chicken so far... they say to use the size of their head without the snout... I am not visual so that alone is hard!

Luckily for the toy breeds, providing companionship for humans has counted as suitable employment through the ages.

In 1820, the Italian greyhound was one of only two toy breeds mentioned in a book about dogs.

This greatly reduces the risk of dental disease in dogs, especially in older dogs or small toy breeds.

They began as one breed, probably resulting from crosses of small spaniels with Oriental toy breeds.

While there isn't a «perfect» apartment dog, the American Kennel Club recommends toy breeds in general for apartment living.

Over the last ten years, miniature Shar - Pei puppies have regained popularity along with other miniature and toy breeds.

We had to work hard to keep her from getting «small dog syndrome,» which makes many toy breeds like chihuahua yappy and disliked by strangers.