SURVEY SUGGESTS THAT 15.7% OF DOGS DIE FROM CANCER IN THE UK

Irish Wolfhounds - have a high risk of developing cancer

A survey of 3126 dogs conducted by Professor A.R. Michell and published in the Veterinary Record (Nov 27th 1999) concluded that, according to owners,  15.7% of dogs die from cancer. The following breeds appear to be prone to cancer :

• Afghan Hounds
• Irish Wolfhounds
• Standard Poodles, and
• Rottweilers

Whereas, the following breeds appear to have a low risk of dying from cancer :

• Airedales
• Beagles
• Dachshunds
• Irish Setters
• Jack Russell Terriers
• Rough Collies, and
• Yorkshire Terriers

Updated January 2016