Obesity in dogs
Excess body fat that strains the joints, heart and organs. It increases the risk of arthritis, diabetes and reduced lifespan, and can worsen breathing and mobility. It is common and largely preventable through diet and exercise.
5 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Obesity, including Labrador Retriever, Dachshund, Pug. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 5.4 to 13.2 years.
Obesity in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- metabolic condition
- Breeds affected
- 5 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, Obesity 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 Obesity (5), 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.