Immune-mediated rheumatic disease in dogs
A condition where the immune system attacks the joints and connective tissues, causing inflammation, stiffness and pain. Affected dogs may be lame, feverish and reluctant to move, often shifting between limbs.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Immune-mediated rheumatic disease, including Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 13.2 to 13.2 years.
Immune-mediated rheumatic disease in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- orthopaedic 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, Immune-mediated rheumatic 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 Immune-mediated rheumatic disease (1), 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.