Lethal acrodermatitis in dogs
An inherited disorder, seen mainly in Bull Terriers, that affects the skin and immune system due to problems handling zinc. It causes skin crusting on the feet and face, poor growth, infections and, sadly, an early death.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Lethal acrodermatitis, including Bull Terrier. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 12.0 to 12.0 years.
Lethal acrodermatitis in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- skin condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 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, Lethal acrodermatitis 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 Lethal acrodermatitis (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.