Most pedigree dog breeds have some inherited diseases which are known to be
a problem in that particular breed and for which tests have been developed.
To «pick on» cockers, here is a page from Illinois Cocker Rescue detailing the common medical
problems in this particular breed: http://www.ilcockerrescue.org/health.htm.
Not exact matches
Once obtained, test results can be shared with your veterinarian to help get a better picture of your dog's ideal size and weight and any potential health
problems commonly seen
in particular breeds.
Our
problems stem from the disproportionate influence the show ring has on the
breed as, although falconers
in particular have many working dogs, very few are competed with.
The details will change depending on the
breed and the types of
problems seen
in the
particular breed.
Apart from these, some of the most common congenital
problems that the English Bulldog
breed in particular faces are hip dysplasia and other joint - related
problems such as arthritis.
Reputable breeders of Siberian Huskies will screen for hereditary diseases,
in particular eye and hip
problems, and only
breed dogs which are clear of these.
Long haired
breeds in particular have
problems with matting if not brushed regularly, or when their coats get wet or muddy.
If you are the Pack Leader to a hunting dog — or a mixed
breed dog that is part hunting dog — you will need to find activities that fulfill their
particular hunting drive, or they may direct those instincts elsewhere, resulting
in problem behaviors.
While both the district and SPCA receive complaints about
problem dogs of all
breeds, there is significant public concern about pit bulls,
in particular.
In particular, there is no evidence of the retinal eye problems found in other breeds, nor is there dwarfism or hereditary blood disorder
In particular, there is no evidence of the retinal eye
problems found
in other breeds, nor is there dwarfism or hereditary blood disorder
in other
breeds, nor is there dwarfism or hereditary blood disorders.
Though cat shedding has always been seen as a
problem and
in the 60s, there was a
particular breed of cat developed that lacked a fur coat — Sphynx.
Lack of aptitude for a
particular task, lack of physical ability for a
particular exercise, a differing amount of stubbornness between
breeds, and a trainers lack of determination, and ability to understand and deal with these various
problems in a positive way, are usually the culprits behind failure.
Cavalier spaniels are super sweet, but according to my vet
in particular and information on the
breed nearly all will have some sort of heart
problem by ten.
Toy
breeds,
in particular, can have
problems with hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, and can require slower - digesting carbohydrates to help keep their blood sugar at a steady level.
Meanwhile, BSL ignores the real
problems of pet overpopulation, poor socialization, lack of training, and failure to follow leash laws for ALL dogs
in the area, not just a
particular breed.
If, at some point
in a
breed's history, a
particular sire or line of dogs becomes predominant, inherited
problems may start to arise seemingly out of nowhere simply because attempts to concentrate the desirable genes of select individuals can inadvertently bring together whatever undesirable genes are present.
In my
breeding program I will keep alert for and work to control and / or eradicate inherited
problems and conditions that are
particular to my
breed, and
breed as closely to the standard of the
breed.
It hurts because it takes so much for the conscientious breeders to get a GOOD representative for the
breed (
in this
breed in particular with all the regular
breed problems AND severe degree of H.D., etc.) and then never get looked at mainly because of SIZE being TOO SMALL when standing 24 - 26 inches at the shoulders!
It is good to be aware of possible health
problems but this health information is not meant to convey that there is a
particular health
problem in the
breed.
This
problem isn't confined to a
particular breed, age or gender of dog, although it is common
in rescue dogs and dogs of a certain personality.
Purebreed dogs (some
breeds in particular e.g. mastiffs, or newfoundland dogs, and ALL smaller toy
breeds) have more genetic
problems, including hip issues, skin
problems etc and that can add up to some serious vet bills.
Yet, both are hit with restrictions while the causes of
problems in each case find new opportunities: one to commit armed crimes unopposed by any force, and the other to fill the void of puppy and kitten demand as responsible home - based breeders — dedicated
breed enthusiasts
in particular — cut back or quit.
In some dogs certain hereditary factors can also make a particular dog or breeding line more prone to those health problems than other dogs in the same breed of different line
In some dogs certain hereditary factors can also make a
particular dog or
breeding line more prone to those health
problems than other dogs
in the same breed of different line
in the same
breed of different lines.
Dalmatians and Cocker Spaniels
in particular suffer from these behavior
problems if not thoughtfully
bred.
In particular, those thinking of adopting breeds known to have greater risk of certain problems after spay may be in this category (for example, Boxers nearly always get incontinence, and Rottweilers and giant breeds are prone to bone cancers
In particular, those thinking of adopting
breeds known to have greater risk of certain
problems after spay may be
in this category (for example, Boxers nearly always get incontinence, and Rottweilers and giant breeds are prone to bone cancers
in this category (for example, Boxers nearly always get incontinence, and Rottweilers and giant
breeds are prone to bone cancers).
We can provide insight into common medical
problems in each
breed as well as help you decide if your lifestyle, family and home are a good match for a
particular type or
breed of dog.
Many German Shepherd Dog owners,
in particular, requested that I allow their dog to mate with Nasha but I firmly turned all requests down after explaining that unless you have a license to do so (a)
breeding wolves is illegal
in Florida as is buying and selling them; and (b) this type of «back - yard»
breeding contributes to and exacerbates the already overwhelming
problem of dog and cat overpopulation which results
in horrifyingly high euthanasia rates at most of our nation's animal shelters.
in addition, each pure
breed of dogs has its own
particular hereditary
problems some minor, some impairing, and some possibly fatal Some may show a very strong hereditary basis and others not much more than a tendency to run
in families».
Keep
in mind, though, that no
breed has cornered the market on a
particular disease; bulldogs may be especially prone to hip dysplasia, but a poodle or mixed -
breed can have that
problem, too.
We also: educate potential owners about the
breed and its special requirements to ensure an educated decision when selecting the
breed as a pet; assist owners
in solving
problems with their GSP
in order to keep those dogs
in their current home and encourage owners to use their breeders as a resource of support and information; and educate animal control officers and shelter personnel on how to properly identify a GSP and of their
particular personality and behavioral traits.