Not only the dog breeds mentioned are prone to corresponding skeletal diseases. Even if your dog is of medium size, it is possible to have bone problems. As a qualified owner, you should pay attention to the dog's bone health and provide appropr...
Not only the dog breeds mentioned are prone to corresponding skeletal diseases. Even if your dog is of medium size, it is possible to have bone problems. As a qualified owner, you should pay attention to the dog's bone health and provide appropriate bone health care.
1. Intervertebral disc problems
Common symptoms - "motion disorders, physical pain, hindlimb paralysis, incontinence"
High-incidence dog types Long waist and short-legged dogs: Welsh Corgi, Pekingese, Bags, Dachshunds, etc.
How much can you help? Maintain body shape, reduce jumping, and change the environment (avoid often moving on a slippery floor)
2, Hip dysplasia
Common symptoms - "Walking outside the horoscope, severe waist swaying, limping, and even unable to walk"
High-incidence dog types Large dogs: German Shepherd, Labrador, Golden Retriever Retriever, Bernese Mountain, Akita, etc.
How much can you help? Selective breeding, avoid obesity, and exercise reasonably
3, Common diseases of total osteitis - "Lone limbs or several limbs, lameness can be transferred between different forelimbs"
High-incidence dog types Large dogs, giant dogs: German Shepherd, Golden Retriever Retrieval Retrieval, Samoyed, etc.
How much can you help? Reduce exercise, compulsory rest
4, Common diseases of rheumatoid arthritis - "Swelling joints, lameness, more significant morning pain, often accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever, and loss of appetite"
High-incidence dog types Various breeds: Maltese, Poodle, Boxer, Labrador, etc.
