More than 70 percent of the 140 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club recognize hypothyroidism as a major health concern. Below is a list, in order, of the top 30 breeds most affected, according to Michigan State University. Remember, however, that breed alone should not rule out hypothyroidism as a possible diagnosis. Dogs of all breeds can be affected.
1. English Setter
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2. Polish Lowland Sheepdog (PON)
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3. Havanese
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4. Old English Sheepdog
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5. Boxer
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6. American Pit Bull Terrier
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7. German Wirehaired Pointer
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8. Tibetan Terrier
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9. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
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10. English Pointer
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11. Maltese
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12. Beagle
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13. Dalmatian
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14. Giant Schnauzer
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15. Cocker Spaniel
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16. Kuvasz
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17. Rhodesian Ridgeback
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18. Walker Hound
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19. American Staffordshire Terrier
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20. Welsh Springer Spaniel
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21. Golden Retriever
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22. Malamute
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23. Shetland Sheepdog
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24. Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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25. Irish Setter
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26. Brittany Spaniel
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27. Siberian Husky
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28. English Cocker Spaniel
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29. Gordon Setter
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