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Australian Shepherd Health Issues

Health Information About Common Causes Of Diseases Affecting Australian Shepherds

 

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Hereditary Diseases
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   Iris Coloboma
   Collie Eye Anomaly
   Persistent Pupillary Membranes
   Distichaisis
   Epilepsy
   Hip Dysplasia
   Autoimmune Diseases
   Allergies
   Cancer
   Retained Testicles
   Dental Faults
   Patent Ductus Arteriosus
   Patellar Luxation
   Homozygous Merle (Lethal White)

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   Rabies
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   Canine Parvovirus
   Tracheobronchitis (Kennel Cough)
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   Canine Parainfluenza
   Canine Leptospirosis
   Canine Adenovirus

Worms and Parasites
   Heartworms
   Roundworms
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   Tapeworms
   Whipworms
   Ticks
   Fleas
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Overall the Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed. Like all breeds however there are certain medical issues that crop up more frequently with Australian Shepherds. While many of these are hereditary and can be minimized through proper breeding practices and buying your Aussie from a qualified breeder, others with pathogenic or nutritional causes can be helped with awareness and advice from your veterinarian.

The best thing you can do to ensure the well-being of your dog is to buy a healthy dog. That sounds ridiculously simple but is too often overlooked when the decision is made about where to get an Aussie. The goal of good breeders is to improve and maintain the quality and health of the breed and eliminate hereditary diseases inherent to Australian Shepherds. Don't overlook this vital first step. It may cost a bit more to get a healthy dog from a breeder but weighed against the lifelong vet bills and poorer quality of life for your pet it is just not worth it in the long run.

Preventing problems is always the best way to deal with diseases. Make sure you visit with your vet and have all vaccinations up to date. Don't risk unnecessary suffering and costs that can arise by neglecting to take the threat of viruses, bacteria, worms and parasites seriously. Again, taking your vets advise about preventative measures to avoid these problems will likely save you lots of money, and your Aussie plenty of misery, in the long run.

You are what you eat and so is Fido. Dogs can suffer from the same problems that arise from poor nutrition as we do. Cardiovascular and nervous system degeneration, obesity and diabetes affect dogs to. Research the food you are giving your Aussie. They are high energy dogs and need high quality food to ensure excellent condition.

 
   

All the preventative measures in the world are sometimes not enough. Accidents happen and you will save yourself a lot of stress by being prepared. Pet health insurance for your Aussie can really be a life-saver (and wallet-saver) when unexpected vet bills come in.

Have a basic first aid kit handy. If you don't already have one I recommend getting one as soon as possible. Taking a first aid course and having a kit is just a good idea anyway.

Do you know the phone number to your vet or emergency veterinary clinic? Do you know the route to get there quickly? A good idea is to have these numbers posted in a handy location like the inside of a cupboad door or on the fridge so you know exactly where they are and don't have to search for them when you are faced with an emergency.

With prevention, knowledge and preparedness you should be able to completely aviod or effectively deal with any health issues that arise with your Australian Shepherd. I wish you and your Aussie a long life of health and happiness.

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