Pomeranian Health Guide

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

Vital Statistics

Lifespan12–16 years
Weight Range1.4–3.2 kg
Height Range15–28 cm

Disease Predispositions (7)

Pomeranian is predisposed to the following health conditions. 4 are hereditary.

ConditionCategoryRisk LevelHereditaryScreening
Patellar Luxation N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Tracheal Collapse N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Dental Disease N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Cardiac Disease N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Eye Conditions N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Autoimmune Thyroiditis N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam

Obesity & Weight Management

Obesity Risk LevelModerate
Ideal Body Condition Score4

Genetic Screening

CHIC Required TestsAdvanced Cardiac Exam; Basic Cardiac Exam; Veterinary Evaluation of Patellar Luxation; ACVO Eye Examination; Autoimmune Thyroditis Evaluation
Dystocia RiskHigh

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