Vets reveal the most common health conditions in boxer dogs - and the signs ... trends now
With their adorable faces and playful attitudes, it's no surprise that Boxers are some of the most popular dogs around the world.
Now, a study has revealed the most common health conditions in Boxer dogs in the UK - including cancer.
Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College found that the breed is most likely to suffer from ear problems, tumours and eye ulcers.
The team hopes the findings will help vets better inform and prepare Boxer owners for what to expect from the breed.
'This study provides modern evidence to help owners to choose and care for their Boxer dogs today based on a solid scientific grounding that should ensure better lives for both the dogs and their owners,' said Dr Dan O'Neill, the study's lead author.
With their adorable faces and playful attitudes, it's no surprise that Boxers are some of the most popular dogs around the world. Now, a study has revealed the most common health conditions in Boxer dogs in the UK - including cancer (stock image)
The breed is one of the most popular in the UK, with one in every 100 dogs in Britain a Boxer, according to the study.
Boxers have relatively flat faces - known as moderate brachycephaly - which researchers suggested may increase their risk of conditions such as breathing problems and skin fold infections.
However, until now, there has been limited evidence on the breed's overall health.
In the new study, the team analysed the records of 3,219 Boxer dogs who received veterinary care in the UK in 2016.
The analysis revealed that, unlike more flat-faced breeds like pugs and French bulldogs, Boxers were at no
