dog breed
Borzoi Health Guide
Evidence-based breed health intelligence covering genetic predispositions, common conditions, and preventative care for Borzois.
Breed Type
dog
Size
Giant
Life Expectancy
9-14 years
Conditions Tracked
5
2 High Risk
2 Moderate Risk
1 Low Risk
High Risk Conditions
2Bloat (GDV)
20-30% prevalenceGastric torsion and bloating
Typical onset: Risk increases with age; life-threatening emergency — Risk increases with age; life-threatening emergency
Preventative measures
- •Multiple small meals
- •Avoid post-meal exercise
- •Monitor symptoms
Heart Disease
10-20% prevalenceAortic stenosis
Typical onset: Can be congenital or develop with age — Can be congenital or develop with age
Preventative measures
- •Regular cardiac screening
- •Monitor for symptoms
- •Early detection
Moderate Risk Conditions
2Osteosarcoma
MusculoskeletalComplex Multifactorial inheritance
Bone cancer.
Hypothyroidism
EndocrineComplex Multifactorial inheritance
Low thyroid function.
Low Risk Conditions
1Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Degenerative eye disease.
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