Sentences with phrase «while large dog breeds»

For instance, small - and medium - sized dogs are considered «old» upon reaching 7 years old while large dog breeds will require 6 years before they can be called as such.

A word of caution: While some larger dog breeds may think they make good lap dogs, you definitively don't want any dog weighing more than 20 pounds on your lap!

While larger dog breeds can be fed twice a day when they reach around 6 months of age, small ones, less than 20 pounds, need two to four meals a day, recommends Purina.

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Iams Optimal Weight dog food for large breeds is a good choice for helping your golden retriever stay trim while still getting all of the nutrition they need.

While larger breed dogs such as the Doberman Pincher or Boxer tend to be at risk for cardiomyopathy.

Smaller breeds may perch up front, while larger dogs might feel safer closer to your feet.

Many giant and large breed dogs are inclined to osteoarthritis, while some toy and small dogs are susceptible to rheumatoid arthritis.

Larger breed dogs should be examined during their puppy health checks and while under general anaesthesia for desexing.

Therefore, while there are no specific weight guidelines for the use of an FHO, smaller dogs typically have a better outcome since less stress and force is carried on the false joint than would be in a large breed dog.

While this condition is still not fully understood, studies have shown that large breed and deep - chested dogs are at higher risk of developing a GDV.

That said, even the most even - tempered and gentle breeds can knock a child down while playing, so try not to leave large dogs and small children together alone.

Many small dog breeds are owned by girls while boys prefer large and extra large dog breeds.

While these updated guidelines have given us cause to extend the acceptable age for neutering some large breeds of dogs, the recommendation to eventually neuter the dog remains.

While you can't change your large breed dog's risk for developing osteosarcoma or your pug's predisposition to mast cell tumors, I want to make my readers aware of some practical tips to prevent cancer in their pet.

While young dogs of any size might be affected, it's particularly common in large breeds.

If only the KC with its well - stocked bank account — all those litter registrations from breeders, large and small scale certainly amount to a hefty sum — were as efficient as a tiny, voluntary group of investigators who know exactly what the conditions some of the breeding dogs supplying Pixieland puppies are forced to live in, while the KC ponderously investigates.

Just take a trip to your neighborhood dog park, and you'll see those personalities in action: The miniature pinscher marches confidently into the middle of wrestling match among a pack of large dogs, while the mixed breed Labrador tentatively sticks to her owner's pant leg.

«Small - and medium - breed dogs can safely grow very quickly, while the same is not true for large - and giant - breed dogs.»

A giant - breed dog may reach 90 pounds or more at maturity, while a large breed will grow anywhere from 51 to 90 pounds.

While smaller dog breeds tend to grow quickly during the first year of life, larger breeds stop growing quickly after their initial growth spurt.

While no one is denying a large breed dog can produce a great deal of jaw strength, the National Canine Research Council has done research proving breed simply isn't a factor in dog bite related fatalities.

Some large dog breeds are well equipped for the winter months and love to be outdoors while others like small breed dogs are more sensitive and have no tolerance for the cold.

While not the cheapest of the quality large breed dog foods, it is also not the most expensive.

When introducing a boxer to your cat, keep in mind that boxers are a fairly large breed of dog, and, while not aggressive, they can be quite boisterous.

Toy and mini Bernedoodles should be offered a dog food formulated for small - breed dogs while the standard Bernedoodle should be fed a large - breed formula.

While these types of dog foods have not been tested on the same stringent levels as approved dog foods have, it does not mean that they are not a good option for your older large breed dog.

Smaller dog breeds tend to live longer on average while large and giant dog breeds have shorter lifespans.

The standard size is ideal for most dogs, while the large size can be used on giant breeds.

If you do the math, you'll find that your teacup or miniature Yorkie needs 40 calories per pounds, while the larger breed dog only needs 22.5 calories per pound.

Our Toy and Small Breed dog food formulas offer nutrient - dense size - appropriate kibble while our Large and Giant Breed formulas are specially formulated to meet the needs of bigger dogs.

The heavy - duty bars can prevent strong dogs from escaping, while the biggest size of 48» is large enough for most breeds.

if she does have a remnant, it isn't life threatening to her, but it seems that she has been exposed to larger dogs when she might be showing signs of heat, and it they try to breed with her, she can not get pregnant if she has been spayed, but they could hurt her while trying.

The smallest is suitable for breeds such as chihuahuas and Yorkshire terriers, while the largest can hold dogs such as German shepherds and Rottweilers.

While your healthy large breed is unlikely to suffer from theobromine toxicity from a couple bites of white chocolate, elderly dogs or small breeds very well may develop life - threatening illness.

Large breed dogs must be calm while traveling in the car; a special harness to secure them to the seatbelt is encouraged but not required.

There can be just one or multiple lesions, and while they're seen in all breeds, large dogs have an increased risk.

Large breed dogs might find vigorous exercise puts undue pressure on their joints while brachycephalic (short nosed dogs) such as pugs and bulldogs will have difficulty breathing if the exercise is too long or vigorous.

The large dogs that I have interacted with always seem gentle enough, but I have heard stories about some breeds attacking people while they sleep or destroying property and even hearing a large dog bark makes me afraid.

If pet owners use a laundry room for the dog while at work, a small dog may do well in a large laundry room, but a larger breed may get anxious and bored, Miller said.

Small dogs can typically have a longer life expectancy after a diagnosis, especially since small - breed heart issues are typically MVD and progress slower, while large - breed dogs can show signs of DCM and deteriorate quickly especially if untreated.»

While there are several high - profile beds designed for larger breeds, there's an assumption that a smaller dog can lay on anything.

In some large breed dogs we may recommend desexing while still a little younger, while older animals that have finish breeding still derive benefits from desexing once their breeding career have finished.

While we specialize in large breeds, we will help any dog in need.

Some smaller canines menstruate three times per year, while some female dogs of large breeds only menstruate once each year or every 18 months.

These dogs are actually considered small for their breed at 120 pounds while the larger Bordeaux hover around 145 pounds.

While this is a good thing for small breeds, it would be too slow to use on medium or large dogs.

Large - breed dogs may be considered «senior» at the age of five (5), while average - sized breeds are generally considered «senior» at the age of seven (7).

As a rule, smaller dogs such as Terriers, Chihuahuas, etc. reach their twilight years when they're 10 or above, while larger breeds like a Great Dane will attain senior status as early as five years.

It is also more common for owners of small breeds to live in apartments, while owners of really large breeds tend to have a backyard or similar where the dog can be thought to relieve it self.