Tibetan Mastiff
HundRiesigGewicht 38–65 kgLebenserwartung 10–14 J.
A plateau guardian with heavy bone and a real inherited-disease load: hip dysplasia, eyelid problems and hypothyroidism are common, and giant size brings GDV risk.
Wesen: Extremely territorial, calm and dignified, tender with family
🩺 Typische Krankheiten & Risiken
Hoch
Hip/elbow dysplasia
Mandatory large-breed screening
Häufig
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
Deep-chested giant — split meals, rest after eating
Häufig
Entropion / ectropion
Tearing and rubbing — ophthalmic assessment
Häufig
Hypothyroidism
Breed tendency — test annually from mid-life
📋 Empfohlene Vorsorge & Frequenz
- #1Hip/elbow X-rays (age 1-2)
- #2Thyroid panel (annually from mid-life)
- #3Eye exam (annual)
🍚 Ernährung
Giant-breed formula with controlled puppy growth; split meals against GDV.
🛁 Tagespflege
Extreme double coat needs cool summers; socialize very early; sturdy fencing.
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