Here we mainly speak
about hips and elbows dysplasia, congenital anomalies of the heart and large blood vessels.
Founded in 1966 to help quantify the incidence of hip dysplasia and help breeders reduce its manifestation, the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (5) reads radiographs (x-rays) and catalogs information
about hip and elbow dysplasia (joint malformations), thyroid disease, congenital cardiac disease, and patellar luxation (loose kneecaps), and offers DNA testing for several diseases, including copper toxicosis, progressive retinal atrophy (an eye disease), Von Willebrand disease (a bleeding disorder) and renal dysplasia (a kidney abnormality).
Not exact matches
When he was around 4 years old, I started to become very concerned
about the possibility of Jackson developing
hip and elbow dysplasia later in life, a common congenital problem with labs.
Elbow and hip dysplasia can occur in this large breed, so it's wise to ask
about certification of parents.
So I would be concerned
about the same health issues in those breeds, especially
hip and elbow dysplasia, hereditary eye diseases,
and bloat.
Obviously, being a large dog, the Rottweiler is prone to several orthopedic problems such as
hip dysplasia,
elbow dysplasia and torn knee ligaments.The joints of this black
and tan beauty are subjected to heavy mechanical strain, either during competitive sports or just running
about and playing with his owner.
Continue to educate themselves
about genetic diseases pertinent to the breed, including, but not limited, to
hip and elbow dysplasia, eye diseases, seizure disorders, allergies, heart disorders,
and PFK,
and information
about their modes of inheritance.