Reece Kennels German Wirehaired Pointers

GWP Health Statistics		by Sherry Jackson

GWP's are overall a very healthy breed but there are some areas that need special attention. This article points out certain diseases that breeders should test for to help prevent its appearance in our breed.

Canine Autoimmune Thyroid Disease

by W. Jean Dodds, DVM

GWP’s have a very high incidence of thyroid disease. This article explains the disease, how to treat it and what should be run in a test.

Michigan State Thyroid Statistics

by Ray Nachreiner, DVM, PhD

Autoimmune thyroiditis is the most common cause of primary hypothyroidism in dogs and is recognized as a heritable condition. This article reviews thyroid disease.

GWP Overall Health Statistics

OFA Disease Database 2007