Teddy Dog (definite introduction)
Although giant dogs and small dogs are both dogs, there are still many obvious differences between the two in many aspects. In addition to different sizes, Small dogs are also more susceptible to certain diseases or health problems. The small dogs we are talking about are generally those about 1-10 kg. Because their teeth and gums are sensitive and they are prone to picky eaters, they often have many digestive problems.
1. Small dogs are more susceptible to dental plaque and calculus
Reasons: 1. Uneven teeth 2. The teeth of small dogs are relatively large relative to the mandible, making the latter appear weak. Poor oral hygiene makes the latter more fragile and may even lead to gum recession. 3. Longer life expectancy will increase the risk of oral problems. 4. Oral inflammation caused by plaque and tartar will cause difficulty breathing.
Small dogs are prone to problems such as dental calculus and plaque
2. Small dogs are more prone to indigestion and other problems
Compared to large dogs, small dogs are more prone to gastrointestinal problems. Usually Many factors of life will affect the digestive system of small dogs: stress, ingestion of foreign food, lack of exercise, etc. These will indicate that the feces is wet, rancid and bulky. The most important reason is that small dogs cannot easily absorb protein. Therefore, owners must provide dogs with easily digestible proteinThe quality can help improve digestion, and the effect can be seen from the hardness and smell of the dog's feces.
3. Overweight tendency
Some small dogs are very It is easy to be overweight, especially for some ornamental dogs such as Chihuahuas. The reasons that lead to excessive body weight are:
1. Staying indoors for a long time and lack of dredging training.
2. After sterilization, dogs who have not been neutered often have little to consider, so in addition to eating Nothing more than sleep. And because of hormonal problems, it will also lead dogs to gain weight more easily.
3. Natural genetic factors will also play a certain role, leading to dog obesity.
4. Naturally, regular eating conditions are also a very big problem. Many owners often do not control their feeding, and the amount of exercise of dogs is basically inconvenient. These factors increase and decrease, and fat increases much faster than consumption, which leads to the problem of dog obesity.
4. Skin and coat problems are more likely to occur
The quality of skin and coat reflects the health of a dog. Dry skin, abnormal hair loss, dull hair splitting, and itchy skin allergies can indicate that the dog's health condition is not good. In urban environments, small dogs have to face air pollution, and their coats are often under pressure and stress. As they age, small dogs' hair will become less lustrous and brittle, and their skin will become less tender. Moreover, many small dogs go to the hospital for examination, and skin diseases account for a large part. Therefore, owners should also pay more attention to the skin problems of small dogs.
The above are some problems that are relatively common for small dogs. Dogs with different nutritional needs also have slight differences. And diet is a very important part of a dog's life, so you must pay more attention to it. In addition, the amount of exercise for small dogs is often not as good as that for larger dogs. However, a certain amount of exercise must still be maintained to prevent problems such as excessive body weight. Although skin disease is not a serious illness, it is quite annoying, so you need to pay special attention to the dog's regular hygiene, do a good job of caring for it, and ensure that the dog has a healthy body.
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