Hyperlipidaemia in dogs
Abnormally high levels of fats in the blood, which may occur after meals or with certain diseases. Persistently raised fats can lead to pancreatitis, eye changes and other health problems.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Hyperlipidaemia, including Miniature Schnauzer. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 13.3 to 13.3 years.
Hyperlipidaemia in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- metabolic 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, Hyperlipidaemia 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 Hyperlipidaemia (1), ranked by health score
Related metabolic 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.