Sentences with phrase «incidence in purebred dogs»
There are many types of genetic eye conditions, including cataracts, retinal dysplasia and retinal degeneration which occur with a higher incidence in purebred dogs.
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Great Danes, Saint Bernards, Weimaraners, Irish setters, Gordon setters and bloodhounds appear to be at greatest risk for developing GDV.1, 2 Overall incidence of GDV in large and giant purebred dogs was reported to be 15.7 % and 8.7 % respectively.2 The Great Dane, assuming a longevity of 8 years, has a 42 % incidence.
It is seen in both purebred and mix - breed dogs, but some breeds, like the Aussie, have a much higher incidence than is seen in dogs as a whole, due to the restricted gene pool typical of any purebred population.
Breeders work with scientists to reduce the incidence of genetic abnormalities in their breeds, and clubs donate funding for research through the AKC Canine Health Foundation and the Morris Animal Foundation to provide veterinary advances for all dogs - purebred and mixed breed.
The study examined the veterinary records of 27,254 dogs and compared the incidence of 24 genetic disorders in both purebreds and mutts.