Wobbler syndrome in dogs
A condition where compression of the spinal cord in the neck causes an unsteady, wobbly gait, particularly in the hind legs. Affected dogs may stumble, have a swaying walk and, in severe cases, become weak or paralysed.
2 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Wobbler syndrome, including Doberman Pinscher, Great Dane. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 10.6 to 11.2 years.
Wobbler syndrome in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- neurological condition
- Breeds affected
- 2 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, Wobbler syndrome 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 Wobbler syndrome (2), 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.