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Bernese mountain dog
- The Bernese mountain dog, a relatively large dog breed, originates from Switzerland and was originally kept as a farm dog. Unfortunately, this breed is prone to both hip and elbow dysplasia.
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Weimaraner
- Weimaraners can have a variety of minor health issues, including Von Willebrand disease. Also found in humans, Von Willebrand disease sees blood not clotting properly.
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Bloodhound
- Originally bred for hunting in the Middle Ages, the bloodhound can have a variety of eye issues, such as dry eye and eyelid deformities.
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Bulldog
- Sadly, the bulldog is regarded as the most extreme example of genetic manipulation in the dog-breeding world. This is why they suffer from a variety of health issues, such as congenital and hereditary problems.
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Poodle
- A breed of water dog, the poodle can develop gastric dilatation-volvulus, commonly known as bloat, which is often fatal without surgery.
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Boxer
- Unfortunately, boxers are known for having a high cancer rate. But canine cancer can be treated if the disease is diagnosed in time and not aggressive.
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Chihuahua
- One of the most common health concerns for Chihuahuas is patellar luxation, which can lead to arthritis. They can also suffer from cardiac and eye disease.
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Cocker Spaniel
- The friendly Cocker Spaniel is the breed that has the highest number of health concerns. While known to have a variety of orthopedic issues, the breed is also prone to epilepsy, heart disease, and liver disease.
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Goldendoodle
- Goldendoodles are the result of poodle-golden retriever crossbreeding. The breed is prone to subvalvular aortic stenosis, a heart condition.
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Chow Chow
- Originally from Northern China, Chow Chows can suffer from a variety of severe orthopedic issues. They're also at a high risk for autoimmune disease and are at a predisposition for skin melanoma.
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Rottweiler
- Considered one of the oldest dog breeds, originating back to ancient Rome, Rottweilers can suffer from epilepsy and osteochondrosis, a degenerative bone disease.
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Dalmatian
- The most common hereditary defect in this breed is deafness. Dalmatians also have a tendency to develop kidney or bladder stones thanks to a condition called urolithiasis.
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Pug
- Known for their flat, pushed-in faces, pugs can suffer from breathing problems. This may progress into snoring at night or difficulty breathing in hot and humid weather.
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Doberman pinscher
- Originally developed around 1890 by Louis Dobermann, a tax collector from Germany, this breed can develop copper hepatopathy, which causes liver disease.
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German shepherd
- The German shepherd is particularly prone to hip dysplasia, which can be prevented through careful breeding and screening efforts.
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Yorkshire terrier
- As Yorkies are prone to digestive problems, their diet should be carefully monitored. They can also suffer from a hereditary defect called portosystemic shunt. This may decrease liver function and cause toxins to accumulate in the blood, which can lead to behavioral and neurological problems.
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Golden retriever
- The popular golden retriever breed is known to suffer from hip and elbow dysplasia. Another health concern that can occur are allergies, but these are not as common.
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Great Dane
- Descendants from hunting dogs in Germany, the Great Dane breed is prone to developing hip dysplasia, which is common among large breeds.
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Newfoundland
- A large working dog, the Newfoundland is prone to subvalvular aortic stenosis, a heart issue that can result in sudden death. And as with other big dogs, they're also prone to hip dysplasia.
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Toy poodle
- Toy poodles can suffer from bladder stones. These can potentially be dangerous for these tiny dogs if they don't get proper veterinary care.
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Irish setter
- Known for their beautiful silky, red fur, the Irish setter is prone to epilepsy, which can potentially be stabilized through medication.
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Kerry blue terrier
- Originally bred to control vermin, over time the Kerry became a general working dog used in farms and as guard dogs. Today usually kept as a companion dog, this breed can suffer from eye issues, including cataracts and dry eye.
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Basset hound
- Basset hounds can suffer from a range of genetic diseases, such as bloat and Von Willebrand disease. However, this can be prevented through responsible breeding.
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Labrador retriever
- The popular Labrador retriever is prone to cancer and exercise-induced collapse (EIC), a screenable genetic syndrome. EIC is triggered by activities involving continuous intense exercise with excitement or stress.
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Lhasa Apso
- The Lhasa Apso requires regular eye care to maintain optimal health. They suffer from tearing, which must be gently cleaned from the eyes on a routine basis with isotonic solution. This breed is also prone to a form of hereditary kidney disease.
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Saint Bernard
- Originally bred for rescue work by the hospice of the Great St. Bernard Pass on the Italian-Swiss border, this famous breed can suffer from bone cancer and cardiac disorders.
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Miniature Australian shepherd
- Miniature Australian shepherds can suffer from a variety of health concerns, including hip dysplasia, cataracts, and persistent pupillary membrane.
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Shetland sheepdog
- The Shetland sheepdog can suffer from dermatomyositis, also known as Sheltie skin syndrome. This manageable disease leads to hair loss issues.
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Shih Tzu
- Originating from Tibet, Shih Tzus are well known for their short snout and large round eyes, as well as their tiny and stout posture. Sadly, they can have patellar luxation, which creates unstable kneecaps.
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Miniature poodle
- Generally a healthy breed, the miniature poodle, like the standard and toy poodle breeds, can suffer from eye issues such as cataracts. Sources: (The Mercury News) (Healthline) See also: Foods that are poisonous to dogs
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Bernese mountain dog
- The Bernese mountain dog, a relatively large dog breed, originates from Switzerland and was originally kept as a farm dog. Unfortunately, this breed is prone to both hip and elbow dysplasia.
© Shutterstock
1 / 31 Fotos
Weimaraner
- Weimaraners can have a variety of minor health issues, including Von Willebrand disease. Also found in humans, Von Willebrand disease sees blood not clotting properly.
© Shutterstock
2 / 31 Fotos
Bloodhound
- Originally bred for hunting in the Middle Ages, the bloodhound can have a variety of eye issues, such as dry eye and eyelid deformities.
© Shutterstock
3 / 31 Fotos
Bulldog
- Sadly, the bulldog is regarded as the most extreme example of genetic manipulation in the dog-breeding world. This is why they suffer from a variety of health issues, such as congenital and hereditary problems.
© Shutterstock
4 / 31 Fotos
Poodle
- A breed of water dog, the poodle can develop gastric dilatation-volvulus, commonly known as bloat, which is often fatal without surgery.
© Shutterstock
5 / 31 Fotos
Boxer
- Unfortunately, boxers are known for having a high cancer rate. But canine cancer can be treated if the disease is diagnosed in time and not aggressive.
© Shutterstock
6 / 31 Fotos
Chihuahua
- One of the most common health concerns for Chihuahuas is patellar luxation, which can lead to arthritis. They can also suffer from cardiac and eye disease.
© Shutterstock
7 / 31 Fotos
Cocker Spaniel
- The friendly Cocker Spaniel is the breed that has the highest number of health concerns. While known to have a variety of orthopedic issues, the breed is also prone to epilepsy, heart disease, and liver disease.
© Shutterstock
8 / 31 Fotos
Goldendoodle
- Goldendoodles are the result of poodle-golden retriever crossbreeding. The breed is prone to subvalvular aortic stenosis, a heart condition.
© Shutterstock
9 / 31 Fotos
Chow Chow
- Originally from Northern China, Chow Chows can suffer from a variety of severe orthopedic issues. They're also at a high risk for autoimmune disease and are at a predisposition for skin melanoma.
© Shutterstock
10 / 31 Fotos
Rottweiler
- Considered one of the oldest dog breeds, originating back to ancient Rome, Rottweilers can suffer from epilepsy and osteochondrosis, a degenerative bone disease.
© Shutterstock
11 / 31 Fotos
Dalmatian
- The most common hereditary defect in this breed is deafness. Dalmatians also have a tendency to develop kidney or bladder stones thanks to a condition called urolithiasis.
© Shutterstock
12 / 31 Fotos
Pug
- Known for their flat, pushed-in faces, pugs can suffer from breathing problems. This may progress into snoring at night or difficulty breathing in hot and humid weather.
© Shutterstock
13 / 31 Fotos
Doberman pinscher
- Originally developed around 1890 by Louis Dobermann, a tax collector from Germany, this breed can develop copper hepatopathy, which causes liver disease.
© Shutterstock
14 / 31 Fotos
German shepherd
- The German shepherd is particularly prone to hip dysplasia, which can be prevented through careful breeding and screening efforts.
© Shutterstock
15 / 31 Fotos
Yorkshire terrier
- As Yorkies are prone to digestive problems, their diet should be carefully monitored. They can also suffer from a hereditary defect called portosystemic shunt. This may decrease liver function and cause toxins to accumulate in the blood, which can lead to behavioral and neurological problems.
© Shutterstock
16 / 31 Fotos
Golden retriever
- The popular golden retriever breed is known to suffer from hip and elbow dysplasia. Another health concern that can occur are allergies, but these are not as common.
© Shutterstock
17 / 31 Fotos
Great Dane
- Descendants from hunting dogs in Germany, the Great Dane breed is prone to developing hip dysplasia, which is common among large breeds.
© Shutterstock
18 / 31 Fotos
Newfoundland
- A large working dog, the Newfoundland is prone to subvalvular aortic stenosis, a heart issue that can result in sudden death. And as with other big dogs, they're also prone to hip dysplasia.
© Shutterstock
19 / 31 Fotos
Toy poodle
- Toy poodles can suffer from bladder stones. These can potentially be dangerous for these tiny dogs if they don't get proper veterinary care.
© Shutterstock
20 / 31 Fotos
Irish setter
- Known for their beautiful silky, red fur, the Irish setter is prone to epilepsy, which can potentially be stabilized through medication.
© Shutterstock
21 / 31 Fotos
Kerry blue terrier
- Originally bred to control vermin, over time the Kerry became a general working dog used in farms and as guard dogs. Today usually kept as a companion dog, this breed can suffer from eye issues, including cataracts and dry eye.
© Shutterstock
22 / 31 Fotos
Basset hound
- Basset hounds can suffer from a range of genetic diseases, such as bloat and Von Willebrand disease. However, this can be prevented through responsible breeding.
© Shutterstock
23 / 31 Fotos
Labrador retriever
- The popular Labrador retriever is prone to cancer and exercise-induced collapse (EIC), a screenable genetic syndrome. EIC is triggered by activities involving continuous intense exercise with excitement or stress.
© Shutterstock
24 / 31 Fotos
Lhasa Apso
- The Lhasa Apso requires regular eye care to maintain optimal health. They suffer from tearing, which must be gently cleaned from the eyes on a routine basis with isotonic solution. This breed is also prone to a form of hereditary kidney disease.
© Shutterstock
25 / 31 Fotos
Saint Bernard
- Originally bred for rescue work by the hospice of the Great St. Bernard Pass on the Italian-Swiss border, this famous breed can suffer from bone cancer and cardiac disorders.
© Shutterstock
26 / 31 Fotos
Miniature Australian shepherd
- Miniature Australian shepherds can suffer from a variety of health concerns, including hip dysplasia, cataracts, and persistent pupillary membrane.
© Shutterstock
27 / 31 Fotos
Shetland sheepdog
- The Shetland sheepdog can suffer from dermatomyositis, also known as Sheltie skin syndrome. This manageable disease leads to hair loss issues.
© Shutterstock
28 / 31 Fotos
Shih Tzu
- Originating from Tibet, Shih Tzus are well known for their short snout and large round eyes, as well as their tiny and stout posture. Sadly, they can have patellar luxation, which creates unstable kneecaps.
© Shutterstock
29 / 31 Fotos
Miniature poodle
- Generally a healthy breed, the miniature poodle, like the standard and toy poodle breeds, can suffer from eye issues such as cataracts. Sources: (The Mercury News) (Healthline) See also: Foods that are poisonous to dogs
© Shutterstock
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Common health problems for popular dog breeds
Issues that can plague the life of your four-legged friend
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Dogs come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and temperaments, and this diversity has mainly been achieved through selective breeding. Unfortunately, this practice occasionally yields undesirable results, including a higher chance of certain hereditary defects. Therefore, despite all your loving care, it's useful to know which health issues could cause pain to your furry companion.
Click through the following gallery to discover the potential health issues different breeds face.
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