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Breed Health Profiles

Health risks, diet needs, exercise requirements, and insurance priorities — tailored to your breed.

Aussiedoodle

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, MDR1 Gene Sensitivity, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 10-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Bernedoodle

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Histiocytic Sarcoma
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 8-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Cavapoo

Health Risks: Mitral Valve Disease, Patellar Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Chiweenie

Health Risks: Intervertebral Disc Disease, Dental Disease, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Cockapoo

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Otitis Externa
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Goldendoodle

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Sebaceous Adenitis
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Havapoo

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Dental Disease
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Labradoodle

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Exercise-Induced Collapse
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Maltipoo

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Dental Disease, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Morkie

Health Risks: Dental Disease, Patellar Luxation, Collapsed Trachea
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Pomapoo

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Dental Disease, Collapsed Trachea
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Pomsky

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Allergies
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Puggle

Health Risks: Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, Hip Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Saint Berdoodle

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Wobbler Syndrome
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 8-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Schnoodle

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Pancreatitis
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Sheepadoodle

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Addison's Disease
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Shihpoo

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Dental Disease, Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Shorkie

Health Risks: Dental Disease, Patellar Luxation, Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 11-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Whoodle

Health Risks: Protein-Losing Nephropathy, Addison's Disease, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Yorkipoo

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Dental Disease, Legg-Calve-Perthes
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Australian Cattle Dog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Deafness
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Australian Shepherd

Health Risks: MDR1 Gene Sensitivity, Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Bearded Collie

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Addison's Disease, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Belgian Laekenois

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Belgian Malinois

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 10-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Belgian Sheepdog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Belgian Tervuren

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Bergamasco Sheepdog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Low insurance priority
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Berger Picard

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Allergies
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-13 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Border Collie

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Collie Eye Anomaly, Epilepsy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Bouvier des Flandres

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Subaortic Stenosis
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Briard

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Canaan Dog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Degenerative Myelopathy, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Collie

Health Risks: Collie Eye Anomaly, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, MDR1 Gene Sensitivity
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Entlebucher Mountain Dog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Ectopic Ureter
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Finnish Lapphund

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cataracts
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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German Shepherd Dog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Degenerative Myelopathy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 7-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Icelandic Sheepdog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation, Cataracts
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Lancashire Heeler

Health Risks: Primary Lens Luxation, Collie Eye Anomaly, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Miniature American Shepherd

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, MDR1 Gene Sensitivity, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-13 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Mudi

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Cataracts
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Old English Sheepdog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Autoimmune Thyroiditis, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Degenerative Myelopathy, Intervertebral Disc Disease
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Puli

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cataracts
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Pyrenean Shepherd

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 17-19 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Shetland Sheepdog

Health Risks: Collie Eye Anomaly, Hip Dysplasia, Dermatomyositis
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Spanish Water Dog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Swedish Vallhund

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Retinopathy, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Afghan Hound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Cataracts, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-18 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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American Foxhound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Thrombocytopenia, Ear Infections
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Azawakh

Health Risks: Hypothyroidism, Seizures, Autoimmune Disorders
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Basenji

Health Risks: Fanconi Syndrome, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 13-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Health Risks: Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Epilepsy, Skin Allergies
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 13-16 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Basset Hound

Health Risks: Ear Infections, Obesity, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-13 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Beagle

Health Risks: Epilepsy, Cherry Eye, Intervertebral Disc Disease
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 10-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Black and Tan Coonhound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Ear Infections, Ectropion
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Bloodhound

Health Risks: Bloat (GDV), Hip Dysplasia, Ear Infections
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Bluetick Coonhound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Ear Infections
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-12 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Borzoi

Health Risks: Bloat (GDV), Osteosarcoma, Cardiac Issues
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 9-14 yrs
High insurance priority
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Cirneco dell'Etna

Health Risks: Anesthesia Sensitivity, Patellar Luxation, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low insurance priority
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Dachshund

Health Risks: Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD), Dental Disease, Obesity
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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English Foxhound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Renal Disease, Epilepsy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 10-13 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen

Health Risks: Epilepsy, Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Greyhound

Health Risks: Bloat (GDV), Osteosarcoma, Cardiac Issues
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-13 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Harrier

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Ear Infections, Eye Issues
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Irish Wolfhound

Health Risks: Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Osteosarcoma, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 6-8 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Norwegian Elkhound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Fanconi Syndrome
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Otterhound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Epilepsy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-13 yrs
High insurance priority
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Pharaoh Hound

Health Risks: Anesthesia Sensitivity, Allergies, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Plott Hound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Ear Infections
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Redbone Coonhound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Ear Infections, Obesity
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-12 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Rhodesian Ridgeback

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Dermoid Sinus
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Saluki

Health Risks: Heart Disease, Hypothyroidism, Hemangiosarcoma
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Scottish Deerhound

Health Risks: Osteosarcoma, Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 8-11 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Sloughi

Health Risks: Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Anesthesia Sensitivity, Autoimmune Disorders
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Treeing Walker Coonhound

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Ear Infections, Polyradiculoneuritis
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-13 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Whippet

Health Risks: Arrhythmia, Eye Defects, Deafness
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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American Eskimo Dog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Bichon Frise

Health Risks: Urolithiasis, Allergies, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 14-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Boston Terrier

Health Risks: Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, Cataracts, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Bulldog

Health Risks: Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, Hip Dysplasia, Cherry Eye
Exercise: Low · Lifespan: 8-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Chinese Shar-Pei

Health Risks: Shar-Pei Fever, Skin Fold Infections, Entropion
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 8-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Chow Chow

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Entropion
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 8-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Coton de Tulear

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 15-19 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Dalmatian

Health Risks: Deafness, Urinary Stones, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Finnish Spitz

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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French Bulldog

Health Risks: Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Allergies (Atopic Dermatitis)
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Keeshond

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation, Epilepsy
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Lhasa Apso

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Lowchen

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cataracts
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Norwegian Lundehund

Health Risks: Lundehund Syndrome (GI Disease), Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, Small Intestinal Disease
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Poodle

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Addison's Disease, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-18 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Schipperke

Health Risks: Mucopolysaccharidosis Type IIIB, Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Shiba Inu

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, Allergies
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 13-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Tibetan Spaniel

Health Risks: Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Patellar Luxation, Cherry Eye
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 15-16 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Tibetan Terrier

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Lens Luxation
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 15-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Xoloitzcuintli

Health Risks: Skin Issues (Acne/Sunburn), Dental Abnormalities, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 13-18 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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American Water Spaniel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Barbet

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Entropion
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Boykin Spaniel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Exercise-Induced Collapse, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Bracco Italiano

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Entropion, Ectropion
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Brittany

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-13 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Clumber Spaniel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Entropion, Ectropion
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Cocker Spaniel

Health Risks: Ear Infections, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Glaucoma
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Curly-Coated Retriever

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Glycogen Storage Disease
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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English Cocker Spaniel

Health Risks: Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Ear Infections, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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English Setter

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Deafness
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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English Springer Spaniel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Ear Infections
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Field Spaniel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Ear Infections, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-13 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Flat-Coated Retriever

Health Risks: Cancer (Hemangiosarcoma), Hip Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 8-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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German Shorthaired Pointer

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Lymphedema
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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German Wirehaired Pointer

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Entropion, Von Willebrand Disease
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 14-16 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Golden Retriever

Health Risks: Cancer (Hemangiosarcoma/Lymphoma), Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Gordon Setter

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-13 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Irish Setter

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Irish Water Spaniel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Ear Infections
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-13 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Labrador Retriever

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Exercise-Induced Collapse
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Lagotto Romagnolo

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Juvenile Epilepsy, Storage Disease
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 15-17 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Nederlandse Kooikerhondje

Health Risks: Hereditary Necrotizing Myelopathy, Patellar Luxation, Von Willebrand Disease
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Addison's Disease
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Pointer

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-17 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Spinone Italiano

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Cerebellar Ataxia, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Sussex Spaniel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Heart Murmurs
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Vizsla

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Lymphosarcoma
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Weimaraner

Health Risks: Bloat (GDV), Hip Dysplasia, Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 10-13 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Welsh Springer Spaniel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Entropion, Epilepsy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Otitis Externa, Entropion
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Airedale Terrier

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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American Hairless Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Cardiac Issues
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 14-16 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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American Staffordshire Terrier

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Cardiac Disease, Skin Allergies
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Australian Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Diabetes Mellitus
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 11-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Bedlington Terrier

Health Risks: Copper Toxicosis, Patellar Luxation, Retinal Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 11-16 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Border Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, Heart Defects
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Bull Terrier

Health Risks: Heart Disease, Kidney Disease (Nephritis), Deafness
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-13 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Cairn Terrier

Health Risks: Craniomandibular Osteopathy, Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Cesky Terrier

Health Risks: Scottie Cramp, Cardiac Issues, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Health Risks: Intervertebral Disc Disease, Glaucoma, Cushing's Disease
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Glen of Imaal Terrier

Health Risks: Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Hip Dysplasia, Cone-Rod Dystrophy
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Irish Terrier

Health Risks: Hyperkeratosis, Cystinuria, Muscular Dystrophy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Kerry Blue Terrier

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Cataracts
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Lakeland Terrier

Health Risks: Legg-Calve-Perthes, Lens Luxation, Von Willebrand Disease
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Manchester Terrier

Health Risks: Von Willebrand Disease, Hypothyroidism, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 15-17 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Miniature Schnauzer

Health Risks: Hyperlipidemia, Pancreatitis, Myotonia Congenita
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Norfolk Terrier

Health Risks: Mitral Valve Disease, Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Norwich Terrier

Health Risks: Upper Airway Syndrome, Epilepsy, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Parson Russell Terrier

Health Risks: Lens Luxation, Patellar Luxation, Ataxia
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Rat Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, Legg-Calve-Perthes
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 12-18 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Russell Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Lens Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Scottish Terrier

Health Risks: Scottie Cramp, Von Willebrand Disease, Bladder Cancer
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Sealyham Terrier

Health Risks: Lens Luxation, Retinal Dysplasia, Deafness
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Skye Terrier

Health Risks: Autoimmune Hepatitis, Premature Closure of Distal Radius, Mammary Cancer
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Smooth Fox Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Deafness
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Health Risks: Protein-Losing Nephropathy, Protein-Losing Enteropathy, Addison's Disease
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation, L-2 Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Teddy Roosevelt Terrier

Health Risks: Primary Lens Luxation, Patellar Luxation, Skin Allergies
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 13-16 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Welsh Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Glaucoma, Epilepsy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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West Highland White Terrier

Health Risks: Atopic Dermatitis, Patellar Luxation, Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Wire Fox Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Lens Luxation
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Affenpinscher

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, Legg-Calve-Perthes
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Biewer Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Dental Disease, Portosystemic Shunt
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Brussels Griffon

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, Syringomyelia
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Health Risks: Mitral Valve Disease, Syringomyelia, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Chihuahua

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Heart Disease (Patent Ductus Arteriosus), Hydrocephalus
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 14-20 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Chinese Crested

Health Risks: Dental Disease, Patellar Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 13-18 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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English Toy Spaniel

Health Risks: Mitral Valve Disease, Patellar Luxation, Cleft Palate
Exercise: Low · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Havanese

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, Cataracts
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 14-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Italian Greyhound

Health Risks: Leg Fractures, Patellar Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 14-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Japanese Chin

Health Risks: Heart Murmurs, Patellar Luxation, Cataracts
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Maltese

Health Risks: Dental Disease, Patellar Luxation, Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Miniature Pinscher

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Papillon

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Dental Disease, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 14-16 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Pekingese

Health Risks: Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Low · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Pomeranian

Health Risks: Collapsed Trachea, Patellar Luxation, Alopecia X
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Pug

Health Risks: Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, Pug Dog Encephalitis, Eye Injuries
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Russian Toy

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Dental Disease, Bone Fractures
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Dental Disease, Cataracts
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 14-16 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Shih Tzu

Health Risks: Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 10-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Silky Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Tracheal Collapse
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Toy Fox Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Von Willebrand Disease
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 13-15 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Toy Manchester Terrier

Health Risks: Von Willebrand Disease, Patellar Luxation, Legg-Calve-Perthes
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 15-17 yrs
Low-Moderate insurance priority
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Yorkshire Terrier

Health Risks: Patellar Luxation, Collapsed Trachea, Portosystemic Shunt
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 11-15 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Akita

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 10-13 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Alaskan Malamute

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Chondrodysplasia, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Entropion, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Bernese Mountain Dog

Health Risks: Histiocytic Sarcoma, Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 7-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Black Russian Terrier

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Hyperuricosuria
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Boerboel

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 9-11 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Boxer

Health Risks: Cancer (Mast Cell Tumors/Lymphoma), Aortic Stenosis, Boxer Cardiomyopathy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Bullmastiff

Health Risks: Cancer (Lymphoma), Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 8-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Cane Corso

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 9-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Chinook

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Seizures, Cryptorchidism
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation, Primary Lens Luxation
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Low insurance priority
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Doberman Pinscher

Health Risks: Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Von Willebrand Disease, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Dogue de Bordeaux

Health Risks: Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 5-8 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Giant Schnauzer

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-15 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Great Dane

Health Risks: Bloat (GDV), Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 7-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Great Pyrenees

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Patellar Luxation
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Komondor

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV), Entropion
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Kuvasz

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Hypothyroidism
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Leonberger

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Osteosarcoma
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 7-9 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Mastiff

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 6-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Newfoundland

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Subaortic Stenosis
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 9-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Portuguese Water Dog

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 11-13 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Rottweiler

Health Risks: Cancer (Osteosarcoma/Lymphoma), Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate-High · Lifespan: 8-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Saint Bernard

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Bloat (GDV)
Exercise: Low-Moderate · Lifespan: 8-10 yrs
Very High insurance priority
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Samoyed

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Samoyed Hereditary Glomerulopathy
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Siberian Husky

Health Risks: Cataracts, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Hip Dysplasia
Exercise: Very High · Lifespan: 12-14 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Standard Schnauzer

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Panosteitis
Exercise: High · Lifespan: 13-16 yrs
Moderate insurance priority
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Tibetan Mastiff

Health Risks: Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Elbow Dysplasia
Exercise: Moderate · Lifespan: 10-12 yrs
Moderate-High insurance priority
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Why Breed-Specific Care Matters

One-size-fits-all doesn't work for dogs.

🍖 Nutrition Varies by Breed

A Great Dane's joint-supporting nutritional needs are vastly different from a Chihuahua's. Breed size, metabolism, and common health issues all influence what food is optimal.

🏃 Exercise Isn't Equal

A Border Collie needs 2+ hours of stimulation daily. A Bulldog can overheat with too much activity. Understanding your breed's needs prevents both under- and over-exercise.

🛡️ Insurance Priority Differs

Breeds prone to hereditary conditions benefit enormously from early insurance enrollment. Some breeds have average lifetime vet costs exceeding $15,000.