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This condition presents mostly in Dobermans although other large breeds can be affected, particularly Great Danes. The fact that its presentation is so breed-related suggests that there is a genetic predisposition, although the basic genetics of this syndrome have not been clearly understood yet. It is also postulated that selection for –large- size has also had an influence as it tends to present only in large breed dogs.
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Dog owners, and Dobermann owners in particular – as it is one of the predisposed breeds – may notice this little organ for the first time when they visit their Vet due to a skin complaint, typically appearing in middle age (2-6 years) . The majority of cases of hypothyroidism, which means under-active thyroid, occur due to changes in the gland.
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Dilated cardiomyopathy affects 50% of male Dobermanns and 33% of females and it is common in other breeds of dogs such as Boxers and Irish Wolfhounds. It appears typically between 6 and 8 years of age.
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Pet Blood Bank UK (PBBuk) is a not for profit charity which provides a national canine blood bank. Supported by Vets Now, the UK’s leading emergency and critical care veterinary providers, PBBuk is the first service of its kind to collect, process, store and supply pet blood products.
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