Some breeds - including the Border Terrier, Wheaten Terrier, Chihuahua, Shih Tzu, and Greyhound - do not have a high prevalence of autoimmune thyroid disease. However, many popular breeds including the Irish Setter, Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Shetland Sheepdog, Beagle, and Doberman have a high prevalence of autoimmune thyroid disease.
Use the chart below to find your breed. Click on the name for more information about the prevalence of the disease and where those dogs are being tested and bred.