Pets that grow at a rapid pace or are
of predisposed breeds are at an increased risk for hip dysplasia.
Members
of predisposed breeds tend to be high - energy or nervous.
Dogs
of these predisposed breeds that develop DCM may have their blood tested for taurine levels.
Answer: Since she has taken Heartguard multiple times in the past without incident and she is a mixed breed dog without
any of the predisposed breeds in her (collie, etc), any of the 3 of those should be fine for her (Heartguard, TriHeart, Interceptor).
This is especially true if your dog is one
of these predisposed breeds.
As an owner
of a predisposed breed, it is import to take some preventative measures and known the warning signs, the location of a nearby emergency clinic, and have the financial resources to deal with this extreme emergency.
Not exact matches
German Shepherd Dogs (GSDs) could be
predisposed to health conditions such as arthritis because
of the way they have been
bred in recent decades, according to a new study published in the open access journal Canine Genetics and Epidemiology.
An international collaboration has revealed that one common genetic risk factor
predisposes the Shar - Pei dog
breed not only to recurrent fever, but also to a spectrum
of persistent inflammatory signs that affect the skin, joints, ears and body as a whole.
«There are
breeds and physical characteristics
of dogs which tend to
predispose them to ear and skin issues, such as those with body folds or floppy ears,» he explains, pointing to German Shepherds, Labs and Cocker Spaniels as examples.
Certain
breeds of dogs are genetically
predisposed to particular types
of cancers.
Because certain
breeds are
predisposed to various diseases and health conditions, this information is vital to help prevent problems and improve your pet's quality
of life.
Anyone contemplating the purchase
of a Bedlington puppy should aim to learn as much as possible about the
breed beforehand and should be aware
of the disease conditions / health problems to which the
breed may be
predisposed.
This finding would have great significance regarding screening
predisposed horses and hopefully guiding
breeding management to avoid continuation
of this defect in the Arabian horse.
In these
breeds, chondrodystrophy
predisposes the discs to being prematurely converted to an abnormal type
of tissue, whose consistency is unsuitable for the discs» function.
Some dogs are already
predisposed to certain kinds
of cancer, for instance, or have a high incidence
of hip dysplasia in the
breed.
Boston terriers, miniature schnauzers, poodles, and American cocker spaniels are just some
of the many
breeds that are genetically
predisposed to developing cataracts.
While Bearded Collies are overall healthy dogs, some
of the conditions this
breed is
predisposed to include hypothyroidism, Addison's disease, hip dysplasia and allergies.
«Just as certain human individuals are
predisposed to specific diseases, certain
breeds of dog are too, and much
of my research has looked at unravelling the link between many
of the genetic conditions we share with our canine companions,» said Dr Sargan.
It is also important to remember that the total daily ration should be divided into two or better three feedings per day, in order to give the dog a feeling
of satiety lasting all day long, avoid excessive fluctuations in blood sugar and insulin levels and avoid stomach overload which in turn can lead to stomach torsion and dilation (a potentially lethal occurrence in
predisposed breeds).
Some types
of cancer are more common it certain
breeds as they may be more
predisposed.
Recent epidemiological studies have suggested that younger, more active large
breeds of dogs may be
predisposed to CCL rupture.
Certain
breeds, such as dachshunds and beagles for dogs and Burmese cats, are genetically
predisposed to have a higher risk
of diabetes.
While she's a fierce opponent
of «
breed bans» like the proposed outlawing
of pit bulls that San Francisco debated two years ago, she believes it's undeniable that some
breeds are
predisposed to violence.
Originally
bred as livestock guardian dogs, Pyrenees are naturally
predisposed to being alert
of their surroundings.
The facial structure
of some dog
breeds predisposes them to excessive tearing.
If screening detects that a dog is
predisposed to a genetic disease (or likely to produce affected offspring) and / or perhaps already in the early stages
of the disease, then no
breeding can take place under the scheme.
Certain dog
breeds are
predisposed to thyroid insufficiency and therefore have a higher prevalence
of dog fertility issues.
What they really were
breeding were sorry bags
of raw nerves
predisposed to feel threatened in situations that normal dogs can handle.
We hear about this
breed or that, or we hear about dogs that have attacked and killed children, but it isn't that a certain
breed or type
of dog is
predisposed to harm children.
This is especially true if your dog happens to be a large
breed or a dog that belongs to a special group
of dogs that are genetically
predisposed to abnormalities in their cartilage.
It is important to understand that any dog
of any
breed can have these health issues but certain
breeds are more
predisposed than others.
Some owners are concerned about side effects
of certain NSAIDs in dogs, and it's true that some
breeds seem
predisposed to such problems.
Some types
of cancer are more common it certain
breeds, and Boxers, Golden Retrievers, Saint Bernards, Basset Hounds, Airedale Terriers, Scottish terriers, and bulldogs seem to be more
predisposed.
Not only is Malassezia a secondary cause
of dermatitis in any dog with one
of these
predisposing conditions, but it may be the primary or initiating cause
of skin problems in certain
breeds of dogs.
Some types
of cancer are more common it certain
breeds and dogs with shorter noses are more
predisposed to lung cancer.
Even though pet dogs
of these
breeds rarely fulfill their original purposes these days, individuals still carry their ancestors» DNA in their genes, which means that members
of a particular
breed might be
predisposed to certain types
of aggression.
Certain
breeds of dogs are
predisposed to the rupture
of disks in their spines, resulting in the need for surgery.
Unfortunately, many
of the dog
breeds prone to obesity are also
predisposed to suffering from bone and joint disorders such as hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia.
If you purchase your puppy from a responsible breeder and are knowledgeable about hereditary and
breed -
predisposed diseases, you will minimize the risk
of health and genetic challenges.
You should also have a basic understanding
of the hereditary and
breed -
predisposed diseases
of English Springer Spaniels.
Any
breed of dog can get seizures, although some
breeds are genetically
predisposed.
Small terrier
breeds, particularly the Yorkshire terrier, appear
predisposed to the development
of lymphangiectasia.
Hepatic encephalopathy is somewhat more common in the
breeds of dogs and cats that are the most prone to liver problems (portosystemic shunts are a
predisposing factor in toy and small
breeds of dogs and in Persian cats; English cockers, Labs, Westies and dobies because
of their increased susceptibility to liver disease
of other sorts).
To date, other purebreds and mixed
breed dogs
predisposed to MVD have not been studied and screened to the level
of Cavaliers.
Historically, this subset
of the canine population was less likely to be vaccinated both because they are perceived to be at lower risk
of exposure — after all, pugs and pomeraneans are not typically romping around woodland swamps — as well as because there is some evidence small
breeds may be more
predisposed to reactions to this particular vaccine.
Also known as the «show - low» (i.e., the pronunciation
of Xolo), the characteristic hairlessness
of the Xoloitzcuintli
predisposes the
breed to skin problems secondary to environmental exposure.
Rottweilers are a
breed genetically
predisposed to the disease because
of irresponsible
breeding.
The
breed are
predisposed to certain musculoskeletal issues including hip and elbow dysplasia, gastric torsion (or bloat), and a variety
of genetic eye disorders.
Certain
breeds with ears that hang down, like setters, spaniels and retrievers, can be
predisposed to infections and yeast buildup because these longer ear flaps provide an internal ear environment that's dark, potentially more moist, and perfect for the growth
of yeast and bacteria.
This would, in most cases, include not
breeding too closely so as to risk potential concentration
of genes that might
predispose to disease
of any sort.