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Wire Fox Terrier Health Guide
Evidence-based breed health intelligence covering genetic predispositions, common conditions, and preventative care for Wire Fox Terriers.
Breed Type
dog
Size
Small
Life Expectancy
12-15 years
Conditions Tracked
5
2 High Risk
2 Moderate Risk
1 Low Risk
High Risk Conditions
2Legg-Calve-Perthes
5-10% prevalenceHip joint degeneration
Preventative measures
- •Hip joint degeneration
Patellar Luxation
15-25% prevalenceKneecap dislocation
Preventative measures
- •Kneecap dislocation
Moderate Risk Conditions
2Deafness
Congenital hearing loss.
Cataracts
Eye lens clouding.
Low Risk Conditions
1Hypothyroidism
Low thyroid function.
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