The Demography, Longevity and Mortality of Bullmastiffs Attending Veterinary Practices in Australia.

ABSTRACT: The Bullmastiff is a giant breed of dog, and there is evidence the breed is predisposed to cancer and musculoskeletal disorders, though the disease investigation of the breed is limited. This study reports on the demography, longevity and mortality of Bullmastiffs attending veterinary practices in Australia over a ten-year period. VetCompass Australia collects patient data from veterinary practices across Australia for epidemiological analysis. All patient records of Bullmastiffs available in the VetCompass Australia database during this decade period were reviewed, with demographic information on the breed inclusive of coat colour, sex, neuter status, weight and location collated. Standardised veterinary diagnostic (VeNom) codes for the most appropriate cause of death were assigned to dec

SUBMITTER: Carney A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11640064 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature