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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.

Wobbler Syndrome

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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.

Canine Hypothyroidism

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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.

DCM – An Introduction to Dilated Cardiomyopathy

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A recent study from Bristol University has revealed that the problem with ticks is worse than previously thought and also found that populations of exotic species originated in Continental Europe, involved in the transmission of tick borne diseases, are well established in the South of England and Wales.

Tick Tock – Tick borne diseases in dogs

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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.

Dogs can give blood too!

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