Are there certain breeds that are more susceptible to hypothyroidism?
Most dogs who are affected by hypothyroidism fall into the mid to large size category. Many breeds can beaffected by this disease, including (but not limited to): Golden retrievers, Doberman pinschers, Greyhounds, Irish setters, Dachshunds, Cocker spaniels, and Airedale terriers. Hypothyroidism is typically rare in toy and miniature breeds of dogs.
