dog breed
Schipperke Health Guide
Evidence-based breed health intelligence covering genetic predispositions, common conditions, and preventative care for Schipperkes.
Breed Type
dog
Size
Small
Life Expectancy
12-14 years
Conditions Tracked
5
2 High Risk
2 Moderate Risk
1 Low Risk
High Risk Conditions
2Mucopolysaccharidosis Type IIIB
5-15% prevalenceMetabolic storage disease
Preventative measures
- •Metabolic storage disease
Patellar Luxation
15-25% prevalenceKneecap dislocation
Preventative measures
- •Kneecap dislocation
Moderate Risk Conditions
2Legg-Calve-Perthes
Hip joint degeneration.
Hypothyroidism
Low thyroid function.
Low Risk Conditions
1Epilepsy
Seizure disorder.
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