Dogue de Bordeaux Puppies Blog

The term “growing pains” is something not to be taken lightly when it comes to raising a Dogue de Bordeaux. Just like humans who tend to slow down as they get older due to muscle, joint and bone pains, this breed can also sympathize. This breed is a very fast growing dog.

They can gain an average weight of 1-2 kilograms in a week. With this rapid pace comes some health concerns that should be monitored. One is Eosinophilic Panosteitis or the “Long Bone Syndrome” which is the excessive production of bone on the long bones and is painful until it grows out.

Elbow and hip dysplasia can also occur because the bones on the leg grow at different rates and affect the joints for fitting properly in the socket. This condition leads to arthritis. Concerned owners must be aware of signs to their dog’s discomfort: continuous pacing, lying down all the time, even in places that are not comfortable, whining and salivating, vomiting, and excessive agitation.

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Owning a Dogue de Bordeaux is like owning a Harley Davidson; it is powerful and can be overwhelming but yet all features harmonize to a well tuned canine machine. Their bodies are muscular and are capable of overpowering their owners with relentless strength. But one should also note that the breed is very affectionate with family and needs to be in contact with them.

Living conditions are important to assess prior to getting a Dogue de Bordeaux. Country living is perfect for them. As they are an athletic breed, running freely and having their own space is vital to meeting their exercise needs. They are also resilient and endure the weather outside. City living is also manageable however a small yard is not enough; a large yard is great. Generally, the dog can be lazy and be a couch potato at times. But when the urge comes for them to release their energy, watch out.

Pregnancy in the older female dog is hard on these senior citizens. The demands of the growing puppies tax the body, and the process of delivery is extremely hard on the older dog. As they age, the uterus does not respond as well to the signal to contract and many times an emergency Caesarian section becomes necessary. In addition to the possibility of subjecting your older dog and her unborn pups to a dangerous surgery there are other reasons to spay your dog.

Spaying Can Decreases Exposure to Communicable Diseases

More breeding mean more exposure to different dogs, some of which may be harboring a communicable disease. Sometimes, females and males get into a lover’s tiff complete with biting, scratching and biting-wounds which may result in the need for medical attention.

Spaying Will Stop Heat Fluid Discharges

Along with the potential to become pregnant comes the bodily discharge associated with heat period. Most intact female dog owners are familiar with the inevitable blood stains which accompany the heat period. No longer having to clean up stains to your rugs, floors, furniture, and clothing is one big plus of spaying the female dog.

Spaying Will End the Dog Riots At Your Front Door

There is no disputing the fact that a female dog in heat is a very powerful attractant to all intact male dogs for miles around. You may feel that you can adequately contain your female dog and ward of potential suitors, but they will still come sniffing around. Your neighbors may also be relieved if you spay your dog and eliminate unwanted intruders and their barking, urinating and defecating on yours, and theirs, property.

Spaying Your Older Female Dog May Energize Her

Your female dog may have become worn down and thin by the constant demand her pregnant body places on her. Not only does pregnancy and nursing place high demand on her energy reserves, but the sheer act of going through a heat cycle taxes the body. An older dog doesn’t rebound from the energy deficit placed on the body. Spaying her now can replace lost muscle mass and improve her coat, appearance, response, and attitude.

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