Choosing a Giant Schnauzer

Choosing a Giant Schnauzer

By: PetPlace Staff

Common Diseases and Disorders

In general, the giant schnauzer is a healthy dog with few medical concerns. However, the following diseases or disorders have been reported:

  • Hypothyroidism results when the thyroid gland does not function adequately. Without enough thyroid hormone, illness can occur.

  • Gastric torsion, also known as bloat, is a life-threatening sudden illness associated with the stomach filling with air and twisting.

  • Atopy is an itchy skin disease of animals that is caused by an allergy to substances in the environment.

  • Melanoma is a tumor arising from melanocytes, which are the cells that produce pigment.

  • Lipomas are benign fatty tumors of the subcutaneous tissue.

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  • Progressive retinal degeneration (PRD) is a disease that causes nerve cells at the back of the eye to degenerate. The condition usually begins in older petsStain and Odor Remover
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  • Epilepsy is a seizure disorder that develops between the ages of 2 to 5 years.

  • Cataracts cause a loss of the normal transparency of the lens of the eye. The problem can occur in one or both eyes and can lead to blindness.

  • Cryptorchidism is a condition in which one or both testicles do not descend into the scrotum.

  • Diabetes is a disease of the pancreas related to insufficient amounts of insulin production.

  • Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas that results in lack of appetite, vomiting and abdominal pain.

  • Glaucoma is a disease of the eye that develops when the pressure within the eye increases which can lead to blindness.

    In addition, the schnauzer is prone to bladder infections and allergic skin diseases. Intact male dogs may develop sertoli cell tumors .

    Life Span

    The average life span of the giant schnauzer is 10 to 12 years.


    We realize that each dog is unique and may display other characteristics. This profile provides generally accepted breed information only.

     
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