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Analyses were performed using R, including multivariable logistic regression modelling.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Responses from 4,786 owners were received, of which 2,910 contained sufficient data for analysis. The most prevalent diseases reported were categorised as \u201cdermatological\u201d, \u201cmass-associated\u201d and \u201callergic\u201d. Pancreatitis was reported in 7.6% of dogs. A reported diagnosis of pancreatitis was also associated with increased odds of a diabetes mellitus diagnosis. Hyperlipidaemia was reported in 1% of all Miniature Schnauzers, increasing to 3.3% of dogs over the age of 9 years.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study identifies a high owner-reported prevalence of pancreatitis in UK Miniature Schnauzers, differing from previous veterinary epidemiological studies. 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