Species: Dog
Condition: Chronic Hepatitis
Organ System: Cardiovascular
Chronic hepatitis is the collective name for a group of liver disorders characterized by inflammation and death of liver tissue. There are many possible causes, including bacterial and viral infections, however there are some breeds with a predisposition to these conditions. The early signs of liver damage are vague and may be attributed to other causes. These include: loss of appetite, vomiting, weight loss, depression, lethargy, and/or increased drinking. By the time your dog shows symptoms typical of liver damage, such as jaundice, the damage is likely to be advanced. Your vet will discuss the specific options available for your dog.
Breeds exposed to Chronic Hepatitis – Research Reference
Great Pyrenean Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Boxer Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Poodle Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Kerry Blue Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Parson Jack Russell Terrier – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
St Bernard – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Boxer – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Cocker Spaniel – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
English Springer Spaniel – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Great Pyrenean – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Kerry Blue – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Poodle – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Cavoodle – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Spoodle – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Springer Spaniel – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
English Springer Spaniel Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Spoodle Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Cocker Spaniel Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
St Bernard Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Parson Jack Russell Terrier Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Springer Spaniel Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
To learn more about Chronic Hepatitis or any other condition we invite you to search this website. Even better, pick up the phone and call your vet. Your vet knows your pet better than anyone else and is a fountain of information.
This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
For Petmed Pet Health Insurance – pre-existing condition exclusion applies. Annual Benefit Limits and excess amounts vary based on pet health insurance plans.
