Fanconi syndrome in dogs
A kidney disorder where the tubules fail to reabsorb sugars, salts and nutrients, so these are lost in the urine. Affected dogs drink and urinate more, lose weight and can become seriously unwell.
2 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Fanconi syndrome, including Norwegian Elkhound, Basenji. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 12.1 to 12.9 years.
Fanconi syndrome in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- urinary condition
- Breeds affected
- 2 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, Fanconi syndrome 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 Fanconi syndrome (2), ranked by health score
Related urinary 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.