GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Statistics About The Least Healthy Dog Breeds
There are several least healthy dog breeds based on statistics, including the Bulldog, Saint Bernard, and Pug, which are prone to various health issues such as respiratory problems, joint issues, and heat sensitivity.
In this post, we explore the least healthy dog breeds based on a multitude of statistics. From high rates of hip dysplasia and heart conditions to genetic predispositions for deafness and cancer, certain breeds face significant health challenges. Join us as we examine the data behind the well-being of these dogs, shedding light on the realities of breed-specific health issues.
Statistic 1
"English Bulldogs, due to aggressive practices of inbreeding, are the most unhealthy breed of dogs, with 62% having hip dysplasia."
Statistic 2
"German Shepherds are more prone to developing conditions such as hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia, with nearly 20% being affected."
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"Rottweilers are vulnerable to joint issues; approximately 20% of them will develop elbow dysplasia."
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"Out of all Labradors, 12% will experience issues with obesity."
Statistic 5
"1 in 4 Dalmatians suffers from deafness due to their genetic predisposition."
Statistic 6
"Nearly 50% of Boxers suffer from some heart condition, most commonly arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC)."
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"Bernese Mountain Dogs, due to the small genetic pool from their Swiss origins, have a lower lifespan of around 7-10 years."
Statistic 8
"58% of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels will possess a heart murmur by age 5 due to mitral valve disease."
Statistic 9
"Approximately 36% of Pugs suffer from the major issue of obesity."
Statistic 10
"65% of Irish Setters have been reported to develop progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)."
Statistic 11
"About 15% of all Basset Hounds develop either glaucoma or blood platelet disease."
Statistic 12
"Nearly 60% of Golden Retrievers will die of cancer, the highest rate among any breed."
Statistic 13
"Approximately 10% of Saint Bernards suffer from epilepsy."
Statistic 14
"Around 1 in 4 Shih Tzus are affected by brachycephalic syndrome due to their flat face."
Statistic 15
"Nearly 40% of Bulldogs have conformational health issues related to being a flat-faced breed."
Statistic 16
"Shar-Peis are prone to a peculiar health condition patented after them, Shar-Pei Fever, affecting nearly 23% of them."
Statistic 17
"Chocolate Labs have a 10% shorter lifespan than their yellow and black counterparts."
Statistic 18
"50% of Newfoundland dogs suffer from a heart condition known as "sub-aortic stenosis"."
Jannik Lindner
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