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You should also know that there are certain risk factors that could make your dog more likely to get cushings disease. For example, certain breeds are more prone to it than others. Some of those breeds include poodles, German shepherds and dachshunds. Terriers and golden retrievers are also considered higher risk breeds. Although, it’s also important for you to remember that any dog could get cushings, regardless of breed.

There are three primary causes for cushings disease in dogs. The first has to do with the adrenal gland. The second has to do with the pituitary gland. The third is induced by medication. Let’s take a closer look at all three.

Adrenal:- A dog’s adrenal glands are responsible for the production of steroids, like cortisone, cortisol and other types of hormones. If one of the two adrenal glands is compromised by the growth of a tumor, the hormones are produced in larger amounts. They then spread through the dog’s body and are especially damaging to the dog’s liver.

Pituitary:- Like adrenal, the form of cushings disease in dogs that is caused by the pituitary gland has to do with tumor formation. The pituitary gland actually tells the adrenal glands what to do. If the pituitary gland has a tumor, the adrenal glands will enlarge and start producing more hormones.

Drugs and Medications:- Sometimes, if your pet is being treated for another problem, like a skin condition, the medication that is used to treat them can be a steroid. Your dog’s body may not be able to tell the difference between that steroid treatment and the natural steroids that his or her body is supposed to produce. So, the adrenal glands will stop producing as much of the natural steroids and shirk, in an effort to compensate.

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