dog breed
Rottweiler Health Guide
Evidence-based breed health intelligence covering genetic predispositions, common conditions, and preventative care for Rottweilers.
Breed Type
dog
Size
Large
Life Expectancy
9-10 years
Conditions Tracked
6
3 High Risk
2 Moderate Risk
1 Low Risk
High Risk Conditions
3Osteosarcoma
10-25% prevalenceBone cancer
Preventative measures
- •Bone cancer
Elbow Dysplasia
10-20% prevalenceElbow joint malformation
Preventative measures
- •Elbow joint malformation
Hip Dysplasia
20.3% prevalenceHip joint malformation
Preventative measures
- •Hip joint malformation
Moderate Risk Conditions
2Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Heart muscle disease.
Bloat (GDV)
Gastric torsion and bloating.
Low Risk Conditions
1Entropion
Eyelid rolling inward.
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