Poodle Health Guide

Poodles are a varies-breed dog in the Non-Sporting Group, typically weighing 4–70 lbs with a lifespan of 10–18 years. Below are the health conditions most commonly reported in this breed, ranked by prevalence.

SizeVaries Weight4–70 lbs Lifespan10–18 years EnergyHigh AKC GroupNon-Sporting
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Health Conditions in Poodles

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) High
Ophthalmologic
Epilepsy High
Neurological
Bloat (GDV) High
Gastrointestinal
Cushing's Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism) High
Endocrine
Hip Dysplasia Moderate
Orthopedic
Von Willebrand Disease (vWD) Moderate
Hematological
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