Leonberger
HundRiesigGewicht 45–75 kgLebenserwartung 7–10 J.
The lion-maned giant with a short life: polyneuropathy (LPN, a breed-specific inherited disease), cancer and GDV are the three big themes.
Wesen: Gentle giant, loves water, devoted to family
🩺 Typische Krankheiten & Risiken
Hoch
Polyneuropathy (LPN)
Breed-specific inherited disease (hind weakness, odd gait) — DNA test
Hoch
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
Giant deep-chested prevention
Häufig
Osteosarcoma and other cancers
Giant-breed prone — image lumps first
Häufig
Hip/elbow dysplasia
Standard screening
📋 Empfohlene Vorsorge & Frequenz
- #1LPN DNA test (early)
- #2Hip/elbow X-rays (age 1-2)
- #3Neurologic follow-up for gait changes
🍚 Ernährung
Controlled giant-puppy growth; split meals against GDV.
🛁 Tagespflege
Summer heat is the #1 daily issue with that coat; loves swimming — dry the ears; short life, frequent exams.
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