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labrador retriever thin legs

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Question
i have a female labrador which is 1 year and 6 months. she is sterilized and we bought the lab when she was 3 months. i am staying in singapore. my dog's legs are very thin. do you have any idea to improve her leg muscle. the vet told that it is a genetic problem. is this true? i am feeding it 'Canidae all life stages' dry food.

now her weight is about 30 kgs. is it normal or i have to give her vigorous exercise.

regarding shampoo, i am using bio groom [protein lanolin]? is it good for my lab? or can you recommend anyother better shampoo?

also last question ms.tara, how many times a week i have to brush her teeth. i am brushing her teeth every sundays of the week.....

i guess i will ask you more questions the next time, till then goodbye from prasan.... have a nice day.... if you are free plz email me. thanks and bye. also if you want, i can attach a photo of my dog's hind legs.

Answer
Hello Prasanna

It could be a genetic problem but since I am not a vet I can not be sure. Her weight is fine female labs are supposed to be around 63 pounds. Bio groom should be fine you can try a different brand if you like but it isnt nessairy, its good that you can brush her teeth at lest once a week most people have to fight there dogs to get there teeth brushed so once a week is good.

I hope this helps if you have any more questions feel free to ask.