Autoimmune disease in dogs
A group of conditions where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues instead of protecting them. Depending on which part is targeted it can affect the skin, blood, joints or internal organs.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Autoimmune disease, including Bearded Collie. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 13.9 to 13.9 years.
Autoimmune disease in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- other condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Autoimmune disease is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Autoimmune disease (1), ranked by health score
Related other conditions
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.