Cancer in dogs
A broad term for diseases where abnormal cells grow uncontrollably and can spread through the body. Signs vary widely depending on the type and location. It is a leading cause of death in older dogs.
21 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Cancer, including Golden Retriever, Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 9.3 to 13.5 years.
Cancer in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- cancer condition
- Breeds affected
- 21 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Major-welfare or life-threatening
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Cancer is weighted as a major-welfare or life-threatening condition, so breeds it commonly affects carry a larger hereditary-burden deduction. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Cancer (21), ranked by health score
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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.