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text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhPIAUyYzBYCCpuviOtXFcrbGm3okA5kfUUItAB9ejcohv0yk2jqBsZL8DnE1JHsvo1O-gBLnNxpgN065OQe5yNrB5BMSsWyDZWNwI56VFRjqzSnEq4iucW9F6-4nr9lccCmY9UpHfYNoMXuRkvFg5up4a56PQTY_KnFyUkE8qF0d9sRjefmxVCNwdkyks\/s1500\/Invertebral_Disc_Disease_in_Dogs_Dachshund_looking_up.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1000\" data-original-width=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhPIAUyYzBYCCpuviOtXFcrbGm3okA5kfUUItAB9ejcohv0yk2jqBsZL8DnE1JHsvo1O-gBLnNxpgN065OQe5yNrB5BMSsWyDZWNwI56VFRjqzSnEq4iucW9F6-4nr9lccCmY9UpHfYNoMXuRkvFg5up4a56PQTY_KnFyUkE8qF0d9sRjefmxVCNwdkyks\/s16000\/Invertebral_Disc_Disease_in_Dogs_Dachshund_looking_up.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EAs the most common spinal disease in dogs, \u003Cb\u003EIntervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)\u003C\/b\u003E can cause intolerable pain for affected pets and significant costs to pet owners.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EWith treatments ranging from $200 to an eye-watering $20,000+, pet owners must understand the breeds most at risk and take preventative measures to protect the spinal health of their beloved companion animal.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EWhat is Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EIVDD is a debilitating spinal condition that affects the cushion-like discs between the vertebrae, causing pain, weakness, and mobility issues in affected dogs.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjp1cyyRhVkCLmmQ1FBud7PgvGXARimEfataw-DcgXynDqsXaWExFQzDHYF2rUy7fsVSNRim5Cz-q-YmuThDcjaauSxouwCOCrXNJeIzfjVHlrYG-ZNSi5dHSFYcQga2KT_XDofys7EhLSZcdCrej6807Qn_ZTQjdi0kA4oJ4IWOS3j3jAOq9Xw-zeeAoM\/s1000\/Invertebral_Disc_Disease_in_Dogs_Diagram_showing_prolapsed_disc_on_Dachshund.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"500\" data-original-width=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjp1cyyRhVkCLmmQ1FBud7PgvGXARimEfataw-DcgXynDqsXaWExFQzDHYF2rUy7fsVSNRim5Cz-q-YmuThDcjaauSxouwCOCrXNJeIzfjVHlrYG-ZNSi5dHSFYcQga2KT_XDofys7EhLSZcdCrej6807Qn_ZTQjdi0kA4oJ4IWOS3j3jAOq9Xw-zeeAoM\/s16000\/Invertebral_Disc_Disease_in_Dogs_Diagram_showing_prolapsed_disc_on_Dachshund.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"IVDD develops when the discs between the vertebrae undergo degeneration or herniate, leading to the compression of the spinal cord or nerves,\" Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia says. \"The condition is more prevalent in certain breeds and can cause severe consequences if left untreated.\" \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESymptoms of Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESymptoms of IVDD may vary depending on the location and severity of the affected disc.  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"It is important for dog owners to understand that if they observe any symptoms, early diagnosis and treatment from your local veterinarian is paramount,\" Crighton recommends. \"Early intervention has been shown to improve the chances of a good recovery significantly.\"\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EBack pain\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EReluctance to jump, exercise, or climb stairs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EStiffness\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EHunched posture\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EWeakness in legs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ELoss of coordination\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ELameness\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EChanges in behaviour\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETreatments for Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EWhen it comes to treating Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) in dogs, the approach can be diverse, depending on the severity of the condition. Typically, two primary methods are employed to manage IVDD: \u003Cb\u003Enon-surgical treatment\u003C\/b\u003E and \u003Cb\u003Esurgical intervention\u003C\/b\u003E. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E“ The choice of treatment recommended by your veterinarian hinges on various factors,” she says. “These include your pet's overall health, the gravity of symptoms displayed, and the specific location and type of disc herniation.” \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EFor some pet owners, the prospect of IVDD treatment can be daunting, both emotionally and financially.  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E“Specialised surgical procedures, in particular, can come with a considerably high cost. However, it is essential for pet owners to understand that timely and appropriate intervention can greatly impact the outcome of the treatment and significantly improve the chances of a successful recovery for their beloved companions.” \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETreatment can include\u003C\/b\u003E:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ERestricted activity \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EMedication  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPhysical therapy  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EWeight management \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESurgical intervention \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"It is vital that pet owners seek immediate veterinary advice if their dog is showing any signs of IVDD, as early diagnosis and treatment can significantly impact the success of recovery,\" Crighton says.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E\"The prognosis for dogs with IVDD can vary widely, depending on the extent of spinal cord damage and the timeliness and effectiveness of the chosen treatment.\" \u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"We understand the emotional bond between pets and their owners, and we are committed to helping families provide the best care for their beloved dogs,\" Crighton says. \"IVDD is a condition that we know is causing a lot of stress and worry for pet owners; education around this disease is paramount for pet lovers.\" \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EWith a strong dedication to promoting responsible pet ownership, \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPet Insurance Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E actively promotes preventive measures aimed at reducing the risk of Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) and other prevalent dog ailments. They also recommend owners \u003Cb\u003Eprioritise regular veterinary check-ups\u003C\/b\u003E for their dogs.  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E“These check-ups not only help detect any potential health issues early on but also enable timely interventions and appropriate treatments, if necessary,” Crighton says. “Also \u003Cb\u003Emaintaining a healthy weight\u003C\/b\u003E is crucial in minimising the risk of IVDD and other health problems.” \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgQvvyOzalDUVxbu-M7yku2bkaXqXP-cSdEE-9BXLtm8dx15k0RExsCVwEKXrPaB1lcZwcJwPNKGritdJGf8S3ww85uSehgWBa5koeuBkZl1u93hUfCviI5T4YI8BxigI2_l8HvuX7qJuWaUPdFhxVPBFMI6w1TzfHkyLt2enYhZfMUhj08Y8AfdChhjr4\/s1850\/IVDD_Long-haired_Dachshund_running_on_pebble_beach%20-%20Photo%20Kojirou%20Sasaki%20via%20Unsplash.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgQvvyOzalDUVxbu-M7yku2bkaXqXP-cSdEE-9BXLtm8dx15k0RExsCVwEKXrPaB1lcZwcJwPNKGritdJGf8S3ww85uSehgWBa5koeuBkZl1u93hUfCviI5T4YI8BxigI2_l8HvuX7qJuWaUPdFhxVPBFMI6w1TzfHkyLt2enYhZfMUhj08Y8AfdChhjr4\/s16000\/IVDD_Long-haired_Dachshund_running_on_pebble_beach%20-%20Photo%20Kojirou%20Sasaki%20via%20Unsplash.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPet owners are encouraged to provide a \u003Cb\u003Ebalanced diet \u003C\/b\u003Eand ensure their dogs get the \u003Cb\u003Eappropriate amount of exercise\u003C\/b\u003E. A healthy weight reduces strain on the spine and promotes overall vitality and longevity. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPet Insurance Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E aims to empower pet owners to proactively safeguard their furry companions' health and happiness, fostering a stronger and healthier bond between dogs and their owners. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"Age onset for IVDD tends to \u003Cb\u003Epeak around the four- and five-year mark\u003C\/b\u003E. However, we see many dogs succumbing to IVDD much later in life,\" Crighton says. \"Interestingly, many dog enthusiasts think IVDD is only a smaller dog issue. However, our statistics suggest it can affect much larger breeds.\" \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop 10 Dog\u0026nbsp;Breeds\u0026nbsp;affected by IVDD\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E1. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2015\/10\/dachshund.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EDachshund\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E2. French Bulldog Mix \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E3. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2015\/10\/weimaraner.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWeimaraner\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E4. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2015\/10\/french-bulldog-or-frenchie.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EFrench Bulldog\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjqtEJ5uPZTHgT2wQopvcNUvpcOnfcp1bqWBo4lQ2aKZVD-_qJHi4kzw1PDRbs9vfzUOgaIEfGAeBQ8zIZt__4LqegrzQCIcQfjkdZOO9Ts74MrOrcuC5FyAEamb9StZIkyNgkR-voJGXTF9cb3ol6TYqf_lZXNyAO8xLvLSoR86dE0Sd3RUjD8qzodqQs\/s1350\/IVDD-prone_top_dog_breeds%20-%20French%20Bulldog%20stretching%20on%20an%20orange%20Yoga%20mat.png\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1010\" data-original-width=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjqtEJ5uPZTHgT2wQopvcNUvpcOnfcp1bqWBo4lQ2aKZVD-_qJHi4kzw1PDRbs9vfzUOgaIEfGAeBQ8zIZt__4LqegrzQCIcQfjkdZOO9Ts74MrOrcuC5FyAEamb9StZIkyNgkR-voJGXTF9cb3ol6TYqf_lZXNyAO8xLvLSoR86dE0Sd3RUjD8qzodqQs\/s16000\/IVDD-prone_top_dog_breeds%20-%20French%20Bulldog%20stretching%20on%20an%20orange%20Yoga%20mat.png\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E5. Beagle \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E6. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2016\/08\/dobermann-breed-profile.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EDobermann\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E7. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2015\/10\/great-dane.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EGreat Dane\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E8. Australian Silky Terrier Cross \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E9. Airedale Terrier \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E10. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2015\/10\/cavalier-king-charles-spaniel.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ECavalier King Charles Spaniel\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E* Pet Insurance Australia data, FY2023\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERelated Stories:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2018\/06\/intervertebral-disc-disease-ivdd-in-dogs_29.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EIntervertebral Disc Disease in Dogs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2022\/09\/top-10-insured-dog-breeds-top-claims.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ETop 10 Insured Dog Breeds and Top Claims (2022)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/feeds\/1626949645474457699\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/spinal-disease-in-dogs-ivdd.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/1626949645474457699"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/1626949645474457699"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/spinal-disease-in-dogs-ivdd.html","title":"Spinal Disease in Dogs (IVDD)"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhPIAUyYzBYCCpuviOtXFcrbGm3okA5kfUUItAB9ejcohv0yk2jqBsZL8DnE1JHsvo1O-gBLnNxpgN065OQe5yNrB5BMSsWyDZWNwI56VFRjqzSnEq4iucW9F6-4nr9lccCmY9UpHfYNoMXuRkvFg5up4a56PQTY_KnFyUkE8qF0d9sRjefmxVCNwdkyks\/s72-c\/Invertebral_Disc_Disease_in_Dogs_Dachshund_looking_up.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}}]}});