Exotic Shorthair Health Guide

Complete health profile covering disease predispositions, vital statistics, and preventive care recommendations for Exotic Shorthair.

Vital Statistics

Lifespan8–15 years
Weight Range3–6.5 kg

Disease Predispositions (5)

Exotic Shorthair is predisposed to the following health conditions. 2 are hereditary.

ConditionCategoryRisk LevelHereditaryScreening
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Polycystic Kidney Disease N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam

Obesity & Weight Management

Obesity Risk LevelHigh
Ideal Body Condition Score5

Genetic Screening

CHIC Required TestsPKD1; PRA-pd; Blood Type
Dystocia RiskHigh

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