Breed Specific Conditions

Breed specific conditions are merely diseases that are more commonly found in certain dog breeds. When choosing dog insurance policies you have to pay attention to these.

While all dog breeds experience some level of disease, some dog breeds have a higher prevalence of a certain diseases like hip dysplasia, arthritis, or hydrocephalus, to name a few.

Below are several dog breeds, and in those articles, lists some breed specific conditions that are found in that breed in higher than normal prevalence.

Some pet insurance companies tend to charge more for this type of insurance. So if you have a dog breed that is prone to more disease conditions then obviously your policy will cost you much more.

By Breed

Beagle Pet Insurance: Conditions to factor in when insuring your beagle.

Dachshund Pet Insurance: This breed is especially prone to back problems which likely results in higher premiums than average.

Boxer Pet Insurance: Aortic Stenosis and Boxer Cardiomyopathy are to hear conditions that affect this breed.

Bulldog Pet Insurance: Due to its large head this bred is prone to experience dystocia.

Shih Tzu Pet Insurance: This breed is prone to congenital problems with the liver.

Pug Pet Insurance: The Pug is prone to problems due to the conformation of its head.

Great Dane Pet Insurance: Being such a large dog, pet insurance for this breed is very expensive.

German Shepard Pet Insurance: This breed is susceptible to a unique cancer.

Poodle Pet Insurance: This breed is prone to a condition called Addison's Disease, which is an endocrine problem.

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