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Quick Size Questions

Postby RosiePosie06 » Mon Jul 30, 2012 6:20 pm

My northern BTS is one year old and 18 inches long, is that normal? I looked through the care sheet and didn't see anything on how quickly they should grow. Just curious!
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Re: Quick Size Questions

Postby Jeff » Mon Jul 30, 2012 7:53 pm

I would say 16-20" would be average for a yearling. It is not uncommon to see them over 20" at a year old though. That is what happens when they are fed a high protein diet daily. It is probably healthier to feed them less so that they do not grow that fast, but as far as I know, it has never been proven.
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