Saturday, March 06, 2010

Puppy Growth: What is the correct weight for your dog?

The pace of a puppy puts on weight varies by breed of dog, and it does not get enough exercise or food. There is a general puppy weight estimates that you can use as a guide for raising your puppy, but if you suspect that your puppy is either over-or underweight, talk to your vet for confirmation. 

You can see many different sites that have information about your particular breed and how much he or she should consider. Many sites publish a puppy weight chart, you can use as a general guide. The weight of the dog are all determined by age and size of the dog. If you have a large breed dog, you may find their weight and growth to be rapid. They should get the right amount of weight of a certain age, because for a larger dog eats more. 

To determine the weight your dog should be, you will be able to use the card for your breed of dog. As mentioned earlier, many veterinarians have a chart, you can use, and some even offer the information in the brochures. Your veterinarian can help you learn about the right type of food your dog needs, and what size they should be with certain age. 

Understanding of the physical life expectancy of your dog's breed is the first step to prepare yourself for a proper meet his needs, not to mention you have a better idea of what to expect in relation to the dog's growth. It is safe to say that small dogs usually will be fully grown around their first birthday, while larger dogs, like the Burmese Mountain Dog, can take from 18 to 24 months to reach their full adult size. 

If you can not seem to find any information about your dog's growth rate, so ask your vet if they would be willing to give you a guide to your puppy's first two years of growth, registering it and keep it visible place You can check up often. A good place would be near your dog food storage area or on the refrigerator.

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