These dogs do have
some breed health concerns, which may include:
Check out the dogs types, see the 10 most popular dog breeds and others, review dog
breed health concerns and more below, then pick the best dog for you!
Breed health concerns may include progressive retinal atrophy, pyloric stenosis, sebaceous gland tumors, keratocanthoma, hydrocephalus, intervertebral disc disease, entropion (usually lower lids), distichiasis, ectopic cilia, caruncular trichiasis, keratoconjunctivitis sicca («dry eye»), prolapse of the gland of the nictitating membrane («cherry eye»), refractory corneal ulceration and pigmentary keratitis and urolithiasis (calcium oxalate, struvite, silica).
Breed health concerns may include cataracts, glaucoma, distichia, retinal dysplasia, hyaloid artery remnant disorder, hydrocephalus, open fontanelles, umbilical hernias, ear infections, mitral valve disease, congestive heart failure, patellar luxation, patent ductus arteriosus, vertebral disc disease and «hanging tongue.»
Other
breed health concerns to consider include cataracts, hypothyroidism, allergies, footpad disorders, nasal cavity tumors, Cushing's disease and tricuspid dysplasia.
If a test for an important
breed health concern isn't listed, members should lobby their club board and H&G committee to add the item.
Given that kidney issues are not seen as a primary
breed health concern nor do people realize that some kidney disease (RD and urate stones) are inherited this number may be understated.
Some are to some degree antagonistic toward each other, but a few years ago when epilepsy was recognized as a serious
breed health concern an international grass - roots effort lead to a large collection of research samples and cooperation among key clubs, foundations and organizations to provide funding for a research project that involves an international collaboration.
Not exact matches
With a simple cheek swab test, find out about your dog's
breed composition, unique personality traits, and genetic
health concerns.
A lack of transparency
breeds concern over projects using digital
health data.
The combination of a hot, humid climate ideal for
breeding mosquitoes and large population centers in southern China combine to make this area a particular
concern for public
health officials.
Owners of these
breeds should be aware of the potential
health concerns of these cats.
While there are
concerns about this
breed's
health and quality of life, the potential problems that may arise seem to be minor among the Pug owners I've met.
Health Concerns: Information Every French Bulldog Owner Should know... Every
breed has genetic weaknesses that dispose them to certain diseases, and their temperaments (and yes looks) are often why we choose one
breed over another.
Evaluates the tissues, organs and bones to assess potential
health concerns based on your pets age and
breed.
Health: No breed is without its own set of health con
Health: No
breed is without its own set of
health con
health concerns.
Additionally, they consulted individual
breed clubs / councils, via the Breed Health Coordinators, to determine whether or not there were any «causes for concern» within their b
breed clubs / councils, via the
Breed Health Coordinators, to determine whether or not there were any «causes for concern» within their b
Breed Health Coordinators, to determine whether or not there were any «causes for
concern» within their
breedbreed.
Health The Irish Red and White Setter is a healthy breed but has several health concerns to watc
Health The Irish Red and White Setter is a healthy
breed but has several
health concerns to watc
health concerns to watch for:
Health The Gordon Setter is generally a healthy
breed with a few
concerns to watch for: Hip dysplasia
Therefore your dog's training will be personalized to fit his or her age, special needs,
breed, temperament, capabilities, size,
health, environment, issues and specifically address your
concerns and goals.
In order to aid selection of «a suitable dog» for inclusion in the Genome Sequencing Initiative Dr Cathryn Mellersh has requested that the
Health Coordinator of each of the participating breeds complete a questionnaire to provide information about health concerns in their
Health Coordinator of each of the participating
breeds complete a questionnaire to provide information about
health concerns in their
health concerns in their
breed.
The information provided here is a brief outline only of some of the
health issues which may be of
concern for the Yorkshire Terrier
breed and should not be considered as a complete listing.
In the event of a core member resigning from the
Health Group the vacant position should first be offered to the reserve member from the
breed club
concerned.
This workshop was followed by a presentation on the changes to
Breed Watch which are to be introduced from November 2013 The aim is to enable judges to become more involved in
health monitoring and thereby to alert the Kennel Club of any
concerns relating to the
breeds that they judge.
To provide a central point of contact between the
breed and the Kennel Club for all matters
concerning health.
Breed - Related
Health Concerns Hip dysplasia; patellar luxation; intervertebral disc protrusion; lymphoma; ear infections
But even knowing what
breeds are in his mix can inform you about genetic
health concerns associated with each
breed.
Breed - Related
Health Concerns PRA; hemophilia; retinal atrophy; hip & elbow dysplasia; hypothyroidism; disc problems; epilepsy; bladder stones; cataracts
Breed - Related
Health Concerns Dachshund paralysis (hereditary spinal disc problems); heart disease; urinary tract infections; diabetes; easy weight gain
Breed - Related
Health Concerns Prone to bloating.
Breed - Related
Health Concerns Bloat; epilepsy; skin allergies; auto - immune disease; ear inflammation; hypothyroidism; overactive thyroid gland that causes slow metabolism and weight gain; elbow and hip dysplasia; eye problems (including progressive retinal atrophy, which is a disease of the retina causing blindness)
Like DNA My Dog, PetConfirm gives you a
breed percentage report, a custom
breed analysis certificate and an outline of the generic
health concerns and personality traits for every
breed found in your dog's genetic profile.
Breed - Related
Health Concerns Hypothyroidism; atopy; epilepsy; glaucoma; progressive retinal atrophy; bleeding disorders; pulmonic stenosis
Breed - Related
Health Concerns Cardiomyopathy (disease of the heart muscle); bone cancer; bloat; progressive retinal atrophy (disease of the retina causing blindness); Von Willebrand's Disease (bleeding disorder preventing proper clotting of blood); hip dysplasia
The reports also include your dog's dominant
breeds, its personality traits and potential
health concerns.
Apart from the questions that flood your mind regarding your dog's
breed, there are
health concerns, inclination of your dog towards certain patterns of illnesses and behavioral issues as well its predisposition to genetic diseases.
The reports will also include the dominant
breeds of your dog, its personality traits and the
health concerns that you should look into.
Because many dog
breeds have the potential for numerous
health concerns, regular exercise can contribute immeasurably to their well - being.
We can help with any training / behavioural issues,
health concerns, nutritional questions, showing and
breeding advice as well as any other questions /
concerns that may arise.
Finally we will look at the
health factor for your dog, looking at common diseases for that
breed, normal life span, and hereditary
concerns.
Other than the above, this is a healthy
breed with no known
health concerns.
The biggest
health concern in this
breed is hip and elbow dysphasia, progressive retina atrophy and epilepsy.
The
concern with this
breed though is that since it is so popular it does suffer some
health problems due to bad
breeding from inexperienced people.
In addition to the above information, you'll want to make sure they understand all the
health concerns for your
breed.
This information provided here is a brief outline only for some of the
health issues which may be of
concern for the Yorkshire Terrier
breed and should not be considered as a complete listing.
Health The Black and Tan Coonhound is generally a healthy
breed with a few
concerns to watch for: Hip Dysplasia Ectropion
History of the sporting spaniel
breeds, the current
breed standards, personalities, training, exercise, and grooming requirements, as well as
breed - specific
health concerns.
PETA's request came on the heels of the BBC's announcement that it won't be airing the prestigious Crufts dog show because of
concerns that purebred breeders, in their quest to meet dog show appearance standards, are endangering the
health of some
breeds.
Several
health issues cross between both
breeds, so those are the one's to be the most
concerned about when getting a puppy.
However, puppies purchased from these sources are often
bred for profit alone, without
concern for
health or temperament.