The Pug is the fifth most commonly registered UK pedigree breed but has been reported to be predisposed to several disorders including ocular, respiratory and dermatological problems. This VetCompass Programme study characterises the demography and common disorders of the general population of Pugs under veterinary care in England.
The complete paper is freely available Open Access at Canine Genetics and Epidemiology.
The Pug is an ancient dog breed and was the fifth most commonly registered UK pedigree breed in 2014. However, the breed has been reported to be predisposed to several disorders including ocular, respiratory and dermatological problems. The VetCompass Programme collates de-identified clinical data from primary-care veterinary practices in the UK for epidemiological research. Using VetCompass clinical data, this study aimed to characterise the demography and common disorders of the general population of Pugs under veterinary care in England.
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