Sentences with phrase «breeds at most risk»

As regards breed predisposition, it has been observed that Pulik, Cairn Terrier and miniature Pinsher are the breeds at most risk for diabetes.

Not exact matches

«It is important to predict which native species are most at risk and to monitor their populations so that if they start to decline catastrophically, we can establish captive breeding programs and other supportive measures,» he said.

Weimaraners are at a higher risk of «bloating» than most other breeds.

And David Miller, CIC, CRM, and managing director at Bensman Risk Management in Chicago gave a detailed response, «I am a dog owner (our dog is an 80 lb mixed - breed, most likely including some Lab and Border Collie in his mix), so I can empathize with dog owners who do not agree with an insurance company's decision to deny coverage based on a dog's breed.»

Middle - aged to elderly toy breed dogs are most at risk.

Here's where I worry about the shift to fully remove breed labels: We then can potentially lose proper tracking on the back end to help ensure that we can identify what types are most at risk and then support them.

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One of the most common problems large breed dogs like German Shepherds face is that they are at high risk of musculoskeletal problems.

This has become a major issue in breeding facilities and shelters; for this reason, strays are most at risk.

Although likely still more numerous than the South Russian Owtcharka, the East - European Shepherd is widely considered to be the most at - risk of the three Russian sheepdog breeds.

Any dog can develop arthritis, but Greyhounds are at a higher risk as they are large breed dogs that have most likely sustained racing injuries and have been bred irresponsibly.

And the disaster is happening, as pit bulls are almost always the breed most at risk of euthanasia in our shelters.

While most genetic test kits today only look at a pet's breed makeup to make careful calculations as to the risk of developing a particular disease or health condition in the future, these are not really definitive.

They discovered that blood type A is the most prevalent, with the important exception of certain pedigreed breeds, such as Devon Rex and British Shorthair, which have an increased percentage with blood type B. Dr. Giger also determined the inheritance pattern of feline blood groups and the mechanism of neonatal isoerythrolysis, making it possible to avoid fading kitten syndrome in at - risk newborn kittens.

Note: most veterinarians do not think of IG's as an at - risk breed for visceral HSA!

Research has shown that dogs with the most common genetics are shown to be at a higher risk for breed - specific diseases.

He is passionate about supporting organizations that help animals most in need, including those at high - risk of euthanasia and animals impacted by medical needs, breed discrimination, behavioral problems, and other disadvantages.

The following breeds are most at risk of developing it:

Solving the Problem of Problem Owners The spay or pay ordinance in Springfield, MA, offers owners of intact animals picked up by animal control a financial incentive to alter animals most at risk for breeding, biting and health issues.

Thanks to recent scientific advances, Embark now offers the most accurate at - home dog DNA test available on the market — for breed identification AND genetic health risks.

While fairly rare in cats it is comparatively common in dogs; with miniature poodles, dachshunds, boxers, Boston terriers and beagles the most at risk breeds.

Did you know that pit bulls are the most at risk breed in shelters?

The campaign will continue its efforts throughout 2016 and maintain its focus on spay / neuter surgeries, adoptions and Maricopa County's most at - risk breeds, Chihuahuas and pit bulls.

Over at Lassie Get Help, she's mentioned on numerous occasions about a study that links juvenile spay / neuter of large breed dogs and the increased risk of bone cancer.The studies have largely been done on Rottweilers, who appear to be most at risk, but apparently there is increased risk in all large - breed dogs.

There is no cause for the swelling or mass and brachycephalic breeds — «smooshed» face dogs like pugs and Boston terriers — are thought to be more at risk for this fourth most common oral tumor.

At risk: Immune - mediated (or «rheumatoid») arthritis is most common in small or «toy» breeds of dogs, typically around the age of 5 or 6.

As with all deep - chested breeds, Standard Poodles are at higher - than - normal risk for the emergency gastrointestinal syndrome called bloat — in fact, of all breeds, they are the 5th most likely to develop it.

The most commonly affected breeds are those with a large, deep chest, such as the Akita, Great Dane, German Shepherd and Doberman Pincher, though all dogs are at risk for developing this condition.

Certain breeds of dogs have a higher risk of developing cancer at a young age, but most often cancer is diagnosed in middle - aged and senior pets.

They are also at greatly increased risk for developing fatal histiocytic cancer (histiocytic sarcoma and malignant histiocytosis) compared to most other breeds.

Reactions in mixed breed dogs were most commonly reported, however, the Chihuahua, Shih Tzu, Miniature Poodle, Pomeranian, Dachshund, Maltese, Yorkshire terrier and Bichon Frise seem particularly at risk.

As with all deep - chested breeds, Rottweilers are at higher - than - normal risk for the emergency gastrointestinal syndrome called bloat — in fact, of all breeds, they are the 11th most likely to develop it.

The OFA maintains an extensive database of health testing results for every breed of dog and has determined which specific issues each breed is most at risk for.

Dog breeds most at risk include Dobermans, German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers, and Golden Retrievers.

Purebred cats in general are regarded as being at higher risk, and certain breeds, notably Persians and Burmese, seem to be most susceptible to FIP.

Most dogs are at risk to catch this infection, regardless of age or breed.

This would suggest that most breeds comprising the herding group are not at higher risk for aortic stenosis but the German shepherd is more prone which is consistent with the literature [16 — 18].