Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
DogGiantWeight 45–65 kgLifespan 8–11 yrs
The Berner's outgoing carting cousin — similar health themes: joints, GDV and a breed-related epilepsy tendency.
Temperament: Confident and outgoing, earnest worker, devoted to family
🩺 Common diseases & risks
High
Hip/elbow dysplasia
Standard giant screening
Common
Epilepsy
Fairly clear breed tendency
High
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
Giant deep-chested prevention
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Eyelid problems
Eye monitoring
📋 Recommended screening & frequency
- #1Hip/elbow X-rays (age 1-2)
- #2Neurologic work-up for seizures
- #3Monthly weight & BCS
🍚 Nutrition
Controlled giant-puppy growth; split meals against GDV.
🛁 Daily care
Cold-loving, heat-hating; weight-pulling-style work suits it; early socialization.
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