Why is estimating puppies adult size
important for you?
Ranging from a tiny Chihuahua, to a towering Great Dane, estimating puppies adult size is best done by researching the different breeds. Each breed has common traits and characteristics, including size, that can help guide you in choosing the perfect puppy for you. Now, where do you start? First question to ask is…
What size dog do you want? Small, Medium or Large? Estimating puppies adult size that is right for you can usually be decided by the size of your backyard. A big dog such as a Mastiff is obviously going to need more space than a Pug. Your cute puppy will need enough room to move, play and grow into a healthy adult.
A larger dog playing in a small yard can cause many problems for your friend. Taking short, sharp movements in a small yard causes extra strain on your puppy’s joints resulting in pain and possible vet bills. Not to mention your lovely garden may be dug up should he get bored.
Ideally a wide open area in which your dog can freely run, jump and play will be more likely to keep your dog mentally and physically fit. When choosing the dog size you need to consider who else lives in the household. If children or elderly family members are a concern then a small to medium breed may be best for you.
If your puppy is large, you don’t necessarily have to be big and muscle bound to show it who is boss. Generally a dog is three times as strong as a human of the same weight which adds to the importance of estimating puppies adult size. However, if you’re willing to put in the time and effort to train your dog, usually weekly obedience classes are a great way to go, the choice of breed you could have is wide open.
You might find Mrs Johnson of 60 years of age walking with her Labrador perfectly by her side, yet you may struggle walking your Shih Tzu who bounds down the sidewalk. In saying that, some breeds are easier to train than others, we have found our larger dogs easier to train than our smaller ones.
We find the experience of training our puppies so much fun, not only do we get to have a well behaved dog but we spend plenty of time bonding and getting to know them. The bigger the dog the more exercise it needs, right?
This is not always the case. A lot of the small breeds, such as the Jack Russell Terrier, are very active and may need more exercise than a big St. Bernard. The exercise requirements change with each breed so it doesn’t mean your small dog needs little or no exercise.
When estimating puppies adult size, always remember your dog should have some kind of exercise daily no matter the breed. This could be walking, jogging, swimming or simply playing fetch. There are also heaps of more formal activities such as Agility, Herding, Fly ball, Lure Racing, Sledding and Retrieving Trials that many dogs love to do and it’s another great way of spending time with your best friend.
The final point that may determine what size puppy you want is cost. The upfront costs of all different sized breeds vary so it’s not necessarily the smaller the cheaper!
On the other hand, the on going cost of your dog does in fact mean the bigger your pooch, the more expensive. This goes for food, bedding, collars, bowls as well as veterinary bills. Cost is definitely an important factor when estimating puppies adult size. You don’t want to struggle to adequately care for your new family member.
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