Purebred Dog Health Survey
Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 (Original item from 2004)
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Short Description:
This nationwide survey of more than 36,000 purebred dogs in the United Kingdom identified the most common health conditions in dog breeds in 2004, with cancer as the most frequently occurring ailment.
Abstract:
The top three leading causes of death among purebred dogs in the UK in 2004 were was cancer (27%), old age (18%), and cardiac issues (11%). The organ systems most commonly at issue within purebreds were the reproductive (14%), musculoskeletal (13%), and the dermatological (11%) systems. The median age of all living dogs included in this study was 4 years, 10 months.
Spot Check Number:
1201
Sponsor:
Kennel Club, British Small Animal Veterinary Association Scientific Committee
Animal Type:
Dogs
Record Type:
Organizational Publication or Materials
Research Method:
Unknown or Not Applicable
Geographic Region:
International
Number of Participants:
36,006
Population Descriptors:
Purebred dogs in the United Kingdom
Year Conducted:
2004
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