Pets
One Size Doesn't Always Fit All
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Aug 11, 2005, 00:37

(NAPSI)-The more than 150 breeds of man's best friend recognized by the American Kennel Club come in a variety of shapes and sizes which also means they have different needs.

The "Biggest Little City in the World"-Reno, Nevada-recently saw the biggest and littlest dog houses in America unveiled at the plaza outside Harrah's casino. Also on hand to provide her paw of approval was Heaven Sent Brandy, the World's Smallest Dog according to Guinness, who measures just six inches long and barely tips the scale at two pounds. Toby, a 154-pound, six-foot-tall Great Dane representing one of the world's largest dog breeds was there as well. On hand as the guest of honor was Genevieve Gorder of TLC's "Town Haul" and "Trading Spaces."

Gorder, considered the resident "free spirit" of the "Trading Spaces" roster of designers, is a firm believer in the theory that a living space should be tailored to those who inhabit it-a theory that she applied as she consulted for the first time on the design of two unique dog houses.

"Before I begin the design process on anything, it's important to know who I'm designing for," said Gorder. "Design should not only be reflective of the inhabitant's personality but fitting to their individual needs. The same can be said for dogs of different sizes and applied to their homes as well."

Following the unveiling, Pedigree® Food for Dogs held an online auction of the world's largest and smallest fully-functional dog houses, with proceeds going to support the work of the American Humane Association, which helps find good homes for large- and small-breed dogs, and lots of loving dogs in between. The American Humane Association is the nation's only organization dedicated to protecting both children and animals.

No matter what size dog house is best for your dog, there's a dog food made for him or her. Pedigree Large Breed™ Food for Adult Dogs is specially formulated to aid in healthy digestion for dogs over 55 pounds. The large breed food formula also contains essential nutrition necessary for bone and joint health in larger dogs. Pedigree Small Breed™ Food for Adult Dogs is formulated for the mouths of small breed dogs, less than 25 pounds. The small breed food formula gives little teeth and jaws a big rest while providing essential nutrition for a beautiful and shiny coat.

Both dry foods contain an advanced antioxidant recipe blend, including vitamins C and E, to help protect every cell in your dog's big or little body. To learn more, go to pedigree.com.

TLC's Genevieve Gorder unveils the world's largest and smallest dog houses.

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