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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health Guide
Evidence-based breed health intelligence covering genetic predispositions, common conditions, and preventative care for Pembroke Welsh Corgis.
Breed Type
dog
Size
Small
Life Expectancy
12-13 years
Conditions Tracked
5
2 High Risk
2 Moderate Risk
1 Low Risk
High Risk Conditions
2Intervertebral Disc Disease
10-25% prevalenceNeurologicalComplex Multifactorial inheritance
Spinal disc problems
Typical onset: Most common between 3-7 years — Most common between 3-7 years
Preventative measures
- •Avoid stairs
- •Weight control
- •Ramp usage
Hip Dysplasia
5-15% prevalenceMusculoskeletalPolygenic inheritance
Hip joint malformation
Typical onset: Symptoms typically appear 1-2 years — Symptoms typically appear 1-2 years
Preventative measures
- •Weight management
- •Moderate exercise
- •Joint supplements
Moderate Risk Conditions
2Obesity
Tendency to overeat and gain weight.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
OphthalmicAutosomal Recessive inheritance
Degenerative eye disease.
Low Risk Conditions
1Von Willebrand's Disease
Inherited blood clotting disorder.
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