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Poodle (Miniature) Dog — Clinical Risk Profile | VetTools | VetTools Clinical Intelligence

Poodle (Miniature)

DOG· SMALL· Lifespan: 10-18 years

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📋 Breed Predispositions

Condition	Prevalence	Onset	Severity	Screening
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (prcd)	One of the classic prcd breeds; genetic test available	3-7 years	SEVERE	prcd-PRA genetic test plus annual CAER exam.
Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s Disease)	Over-represented	7-12 years	SEVERE	LDDS or ACTH stimulation test for polyuria/polydipsia, pot-bellied appearance, symmetric alopecia or recurrent skin infection. Do not test a systemically ill dog — false positives are the rule.
Diabetes Mellitus	Over-represented	5-12 years	SEVERE	Fasting glucose with fructosamine annually after age 6.
Idiopathic Epilepsy	Elevated	1-5 years	SEVERE	Minimum database plus bile acids to exclude metabolic causes; owner seizure diary.
Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease	Elevated	4-11 months	MODERATE RISK	Hip radiographs for progressive unilateral hindlimb lameness in a young dog.
Patellar Luxation	Elevated	4-6 months	MODERATE RISK	Orthopedic exam at 6 months and annually.