Have you ever wondered that your dog’s Breed can be related to his health problems? In fact, the breed of your dog can tell pretty much about the diseases that your dog is predisposed to. They are our furry and loyal friends and we don’t want to see them going through any painful conditions. However, there are numerous canine breeds

today that coexist with their human friends. There are many dog breeds that are quite prone to have high health concerns due to their breed. In case you want to choose or adopt a dog, it would be good to know to which breed your pet belongs. Several breeds are in a more prone position to have the diseases such as, cataracts, ailments, hip dysplasia, cancer and infections like the ear infections. But this doesn’t mean, the corresponding breeds will definitely develop the diseases, It is only that these concerns can be more inclined to the breed. So, what are these breeds?

1. Cocker Spaniel

Cocker spaniels are the smallest breed of sporting dogs. There are two versions of cocker spaniels, the american and the British. They are energetic and outgoing companions. Cocker spaniels have flowing coats and pendulous hairy ears.

They are the breed with the highest number of health problems. They can have a variety of orthopedic issues, eye disorders, obesity and are mostly prone to epilepsy, heart and liver diseases. Moreover, they are closely predisposed to allergies, such as Ear Infections. In order to prevent your cocker spaniel from future diseases, you should follow these tips:

. Daily outside exercise.

. Needs to socialize.

. Clean his coat and ears gently to avoid ear infections as well as matting and tear staining.

2. German Shepherd

They are considered America’s favorite dog breed. German shepherds are known to be a first-rate intelligent and easily trained breed. Sadly, these intelligent dogs are particularly prone to have hereditary hip dysplasia, deformation of the hip socket which may lead to arthritis and lameness. Another common condition that german shepherds can have is degenerative myelopathy, which is unfortunately untreatable. However, regular exercises, careful breeding and screenable efforts protect your dog from future diseases.

3. Labrador Retriever

Labrador retrievers are famous for their love of swimming. Just like their german shepherd cousins, labrador retrievers are intelligent and big-hearted creatures. They are family dogs Although Labrador Retrievers don’t get ill too often, they can have some hereditary diseases such as cataract, which can reduce their vision as they get older. It is really important to correct such problems because they can get worse and turn into glaucoma. Labradors also have tendency for allergies, like ear infections, and exercise induced collapse (EIC) which is a screenable genetic syndrome. Obesity is also one of the health concerns that Labs are predisposed to. If you want to keep your labrador away of all these disease then bear in your mind the advices below:

. Plenty of routine exercises.

. Healthy diet.

. Use cleanser after swimming.

4. Irish Setter

We all know that Irish Setters are very playful and filled with vitality. Children love them and Irish Setters love them more in return. It would be sad to tell that they are strongly prone to allergies and epilepsy. They tend to be in the same boat as Labradors with their passion to swim. Too much moisture can cause allergies which can contribute to develop ear infections, just make sure you are using natural and organic cleanser to prevent . However, the only way to cure your dog of epilepsy is through medication.

5. Basset Hound

Basset Hounds are our lovely buddies with their sad sack eyes and droopy skin. Due to their lolling ears and skin, Basset Hounds are more closely prone to get ear infections and even their droopy skin may gradually obscure their vision as they grow older. They can also suffer from intervertebral disc disease, which can be severe for them because it makes movement difficult. Another range of genetically related diseases to Basset Hounds are bloat and Von Willebrand. In order to prevent such diseases :

. Daily exercises.

. Regular inspections and cleaning.

. Careful breeding.

6. Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terriers are categorized as the third and most loved breed by Americans. They have golden and silky coats. Yorkies are very popular for being energetic and for acting like little divas. Unluckily, they are more likely to have several digestive problems as well as allergies such as ear infections. Collapse Trachea is a genetic health condition that is mostly common in undersized Yorkies. According to many researches, the main cause for that disorder is the hereditary weakness of rings holding the windpipe. However, you can notice the symptoms when your dog has noisy or troubled breathing. If you ever observed for such marks then :

. Don’t use dog collars, use body harness instead.

. Keep your dog away from any respiratory irritants.

. Follow regular diet in order to prevent digestive problems.

. Check his ear and clean regularly to avoid ear infections.

Bringing a new puppy or adult dog to the house will definitely bring joy and love as well. Before adopting any dog, make sure to deal with a reputable breeder. Also, when purchasing a puppy, get a document that states the parents were clear of health issues. We love to pamper our these small creatures and we don’t want to see them suffering. Because any pain to them is a pain to our hearts.