Osteochondrosis is one of a variety of developmental orthopedic diseases that occur in young, fast - growing dogs,
typically large and giant breeds.
Not exact matches
Large and giant breeds of dog
typically do not suffer from myxomatous mitral valve disease to the same extent as smaller dogs.
We offer a semi-annual exam including bloodwork if your pet is considered a «Senior Pet»,
typically a dog over the age of 6 for
large or
giant breed dogs, 8 for medium dogs,
and 10 for small
breed dogs, or a cat over the age of 8.
Acquired myasthenia gravis can show up anytime; small
and medium
breeds most commonly show signs between ages 1
and 4 or after 9 years, while
large and giant breed dogs
typically become symptomatic a bit earlier due to their shorter average overall life - spans.