Along with Doodles, Pomsky is one of the most popular designer breeds that has become a hot cake. This wolf-like fluffy nugget is a Pomeranian Siberian Husky cross and has inherited beauty and cuteness from both breeds.
Like any other breed, Pomskies do have some health-related issues, though, being a relatively new breed, you won’t find much information about them.
Today, we are going to feature all the possible diseases and health-related issues that a Pomsky puppy may inherit from its parent breeds; Pomeranian and Siberian Husky. It is also recommended to get a puppy from a reliable Pomsky breeder to reduce the risks of genetic issues.
Note: Regardless of the breed, all the dogs are prone to all the common viral and bacterial infections such as rabies, distemper, Parvo, Leptospirosis, and Canine influenza, etc. So, you are recommended to get your dogs to vaccinate on time.
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Let’s now find out more about Pomsky’s health below.
What diseases can Pomsky inherit from Siberian Husky?
Hip Dysplasia:
It is one of the diseases that is commonly inherited by most of the large breeds. The Siberian Huskies are prone to Hip Dysplasia that is a malformation of hip joints. X-ray of the parent’s hips can help overcome his issue in puppies.
Arthritis:
Hip Dysplasia can further lead to Arthritis which is a painful disease. Vets suggest that Hip Dysplasia and Arthritis should be treated as early as possible.
Degenerative Myelopathy:
It’s a neurological condition that causes weakness in the hind legs. The Siberian Huskies are more likely to get this disease than any other breed and similarly, the Pomskies can inherit it. A reputable breeder would get his dog tested before breeding to avoid the inheritance of Degenerative Myelopathy.
Autoimmune Skin Disease
It is a common skin disease in Siberian Huskies that causes hair loss and crusts. The worst part of this disease is that bacteria are more likely to attack the area of hair loss and lead to several skin infections.
So, these were some of the common diseases that a Pomsky may inherit from Siberian Huskies if they are not genetically tested prior to breeding.
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What diseases can Pomsky inherit from Pomeranian?
Dental diseases
Pomeranian has more chances of getting dental diseases than most of the other dog breeds. If not taken care of their teeth, they are more like to lose their teeth that can further lead to some serious issues such as damage to the heart, liver, kidneys, and joints. Luckily, by cleaning your dog’s teeth regularly, you may cut the chances of dental diseases and infections.
Bladder Stones
Pomeranians and/or Pomskies may also inherit Hyperuricosuria (HU) which leads to stones in the pup’s bladder and sometimes in Kidneys. It is recommended to conduct a DNA test to have a conclusion prior to breeding.
Tracheal Collapse
The trachea is a tractable tube that is responsible for keeping the airway open so the dogs can breathe without any hurdle. Sometimes it becomes weak in certain breeds such as Lhasa Apso, Toy Poodle, Chihuahua, and Shih Tzu. In tracheal collapse, your dog will not be able to breathe smoothly.
Luxating Patella
It is a common health-related issue in certain small-sized breeds in which the kneecap slips out from its place due to a bone malformation. It is a painful disease and needs to be treated asap or the condition may get worse. Usually, surgery is needed to get the kneecap back on its pace. A DNA test can be conducted to prevent this disease in the puppies.
Final Words:
So, these were some of the genetic conditions that a Pomsky puppy may inherit from its parents. To avoid such issues, try to get your puppy from a reputable Pomsky breeder that breeds its dogs as per the standards.
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