The maxi label refers to dog whose adult weight
is between 26 – 44 kg. Maxi dogs have been treasured for their incredible
working abilities. They are still super herding, tracking, rescue, guard and
assistance dogs.
Powerful, devoted, very attractive, strong and vigorous, the
maxi is an outdoor type above all, and works along side his master in a perfect
working or sporting partnership.
The maxi dog has a vocation :- German
shepherd : guard and protection dogs
- Golden
retriever : assistance dogs
- Malinois
: search and rescue dogs
- Briard
: herding dogs
- German
pointer : sporting dogs
Major characteristics of maxi dogs :
Digesti
Maxi dogs are particularly prone to sensitive digestions. This usually shows itself as wet, soft, voluminous and bad smelling stools, which can be a direct result of the specific anatomical and physiological characteristics of large breed dogs. Some factors such as lifestyle or an unbalanced diet can aggravate or intensify the maxi dogs digestive sensitivity.
Osteo-articular
Large dogs use a lot of energy. Their very active temperament, combined with a large body mass, puts major stress on their joint, and over time, the cartilages can be damaged and arthritis develop. Choosing a specially adapted food from a very young age can help protect the maxi dogs joints.
Cardiac
The heart rate of the maxi dogs is lower than small breed dogs. But they develop a stronger power. This explains a higher cardiac sensitivity of large breed dogs, and even more for hyperactive large breed dogs.
Variable energy needs
Maxi dogs are often sporting, sled, rescue or hunting dogs, which means that their energy needs are affected by the ambient climate, intensity of physical effort required, and also their breed.
Risk of weight gain
There is a common tendency these days for dogs to be prone to weight gain, due to their way of life and their activity levels, with associated risks of damaged to long term health and longevity. Maxi dogs are no exception to this problem, and their weight gain tends to be associated with a number of different factors.
Spotting the early signs of weight gain :
Digesti
Maxi dogs are particularly prone to sensitive digestions. This usually shows itself as wet, soft, voluminous and bad smelling stools, which can be a direct result of the specific anatomical and physiological characteristics of large breed dogs. Some factors such as lifestyle or an unbalanced diet can aggravate or intensify the maxi dogs digestive sensitivity.
Osteo-articular
Large dogs use a lot of energy. Their very active temperament, combined with a large body mass, puts major stress on their joint, and over time, the cartilages can be damaged and arthritis develop. Choosing a specially adapted food from a very young age can help protect the maxi dogs joints.
Cardiac
The heart rate of the maxi dogs is lower than small breed dogs. But they develop a stronger power. This explains a higher cardiac sensitivity of large breed dogs, and even more for hyperactive large breed dogs.
Variable energy needs
Maxi dogs are often sporting, sled, rescue or hunting dogs, which means that their energy needs are affected by the ambient climate, intensity of physical effort required, and also their breed.
Risk of weight gain
There is a common tendency these days for dogs to be prone to weight gain, due to their way of life and their activity levels, with associated risks of damaged to long term health and longevity. Maxi dogs are no exception to this problem, and their weight gain tends to be associated with a number of different factors.
Spotting the early signs of weight gain :
- keep
an eye out for changes in the shape or behaviour
- fat
deposits an the chest, back or haunches
- loss
of tone
- unwillingness
to exercise or heat intolerance
- rapid
panting.
- Check
the dogs weight regularly, if he goes beyond 15% or so over his ideal
weight, talk to your vet about a change of diet.
The signs of ageing
The average life expectancy for a maxi dog is around 10 years. To help fight against the effect of ageing, it makes sense to choose a food specifically adapted to their size from a very early age and throughout their adult life.
The signs of ageing in maxi dogs can vary :
The average life expectancy for a maxi dog is around 10 years. To help fight against the effect of ageing, it makes sense to choose a food specifically adapted to their size from a very early age and throughout their adult life.
The signs of ageing in maxi dogs can vary :
- Lower
energy levels and tiring more quickly ( the dogs exerts it self less and
is therefore more prone to weight gain )
- Slower
digestion result in poore assimilation of nutrients
- White
hairs appear the coat is harsher and duller and the skin less elastic
- Joint
sensitivity encourages the appearance of arthritis
- Changes
in cardiac function
- increased
risk of kidney problems
- Increased
coat and skin health
The skin and coat reflect the general state of the dogs
health. Dry skin, scurf, dry or broken hairs are all sign of problem. In some
maxi dogs, pollution, poor quality food and using cleaning product too much or
in the wrong way can result in skin problem, itching or abnormal hair loss.
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