dog breed
Boerboel Health Guide
Evidence-based breed health intelligence covering genetic predispositions, common conditions, and preventative care for Boerboels.
Breed Type
dog
Size
Giant
Life Expectancy
9-11 years
Conditions Tracked
5
2 High Risk
2 Moderate Risk
1 Low Risk
High Risk Conditions
2Elbow Dysplasia
10-20% prevalenceMusculoskeletalPolygenic inheritance
Elbow joint malformation
Typical onset: Appears during rapid growth phase, 4-10 months — Appears during rapid growth phase, 4-10 months
Preventative measures
- •Controlled activity
- •Weight control
- •Regular screenings
Hip Dysplasia
15-30% prevalenceMusculoskeletalPolygenic inheritance
Hip joint malformation
Typical onset: Symptoms typically appear 1-2 years — Symptoms typically appear 1-2 years
Preventative measures
- •Weight management
- •Joint supplements
- •Moderate exercise
Moderate Risk Conditions
2Entropion
OphthalmicConformational inheritance
Eyelid rolling inward.
Bloat
GastrointestinalComplex Multifactorial inheritance
Stomach distension and twisting.
Low Risk Conditions
1Heart Disease
Aortic stenosis.
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