dog breed
Newfoundland Health Guide
Evidence-based breed health intelligence covering genetic predispositions, common conditions, and preventative care for Newfoundlands.
Breed Type
dog
Size
Giant
Life Expectancy
9-10 years
Conditions Tracked
6
3 High Risk
2 Moderate Risk
1 Low Risk
High Risk Conditions
3Dilated Cardiomyopathy
10-20% prevalenceHeart muscle disease
Preventative measures
- •Heart muscle disease
Elbow Dysplasia
10-20% prevalenceElbow joint malformation
Preventative measures
- •Elbow joint malformation
Hip Dysplasia
25% prevalenceHip joint malformation
Preventative measures
- •Hip joint malformation
Moderate Risk Conditions
2Cystinuria
Kidney stone formation.
Bloat (GDV)
Gastric torsion and bloating.
Low Risk Conditions
1Hypothyroidism
Low thyroid function.
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