<P> Miniature and Toy Poodles in UK surveys had median lifespans of 14 to 14.5 years . In Miniatures, the leading cause of death was old age (39%). In Toys, the leading causes of death were old age (25%), and kidney failure (20%). </P> <P> Addison's disease is (as of 20 August 2007) the illness most commonly reported to the Poodle Health Registry . The number of reported cases is nearly twice as high as the next most common problem (GDV). Addison's disease is characterized by insufficient production of glucocorticoid and / or mineralocortoid in the adrenal cortex (near the kidneys). Addison's is often undiagnosed because early symptoms are vague and easily mistaken for other conditions . Standard Poodles with unexplained lethargy, frequent gastric disturbances, or an inability to tolerate stress should be tested for it . Addison's can cause fatal sodium / potassium imbalances, but if caught early and treated with lifelong medication, most dogs can live a relatively normal life . </P> <P> There is a high incidence of gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV) in this breed, which occurs when twisting of the stomach (volvulus or torsion) causes or is caused by excess gas . Symptoms include restlessness, inability to get comfortable, pacing, or retching without being able to bring up anything . The dog's abdomen may be visibly swollen, but bloat or torsion can occur without visible swelling . A dog with GDV requires immediate veterinary care . The dog's survival usually depends on whether the owner can get to a veterinarian in time . GDV risk is increased with faster eating and a raised feeding bowl . </P> <Table> Litter size at birth, stillborn, early neonatal mortality for poodles in the Norwegian Kennel Club <Tr> <Th> Size </Th> <Th> Average litter size at birth </Th> <Th> Range </Th> <Th> Stillborn (%) </Th> <Th> Early neonatal mortality (%) </Th> </Tr> <Tr> <Td> Standard </Td> <Td> 7.0 </Td> <Td> 2--12 </Td> <Td> 2.5 </Td> <Td> 1.7 </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Td> Medium </Td> <Td> 3.7 </Td> <Td> 1--10 </Td> <Td> 1.8 </Td> <Td> 3.6 </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Td> Miniature </Td> <Td> 3.0 </Td> <Td> 1--8 </Td> <Td> 2.5 </Td> <Td> 2.5 </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Td> Toy </Td> <Td> 2.4 </Td> <Td> 1--4 </Td> <Td> 2.5 </Td> <Td> 3.0 </Td> </Tr> </Table>

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