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Boxer
DOG· LARGE· Lifespan: 10-12 years
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🧬 Genetic Drug Sensitivities
🔴 ARVC_RISK (ARVC predisposition)
Prevalence: Unknown
Boxers prone to vasovagal syncope with acepromazine. Also risk of unmasking subclinical arrhythmia. Reduce dose by 50% or use alternative.
REDUCE DOSEAcepromazine
📋 Breed Predispositions
| Condition | Prevalence | Onset | Severity | Screening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC) | Elevated | 1-10 years | LIFE THREATENING | Holter monitor, echocardiogram |
| Mast Cell Tumors | Highest breed incidence | Any age | SEVERE | FNA any skin mass immediately |