Belgian Sheperd Dog Health & Wellbeing

All breeds including cross breeds have health issues. The main ones which are known to occur from time to time in Belgians are hip dysplasia and epilepsy. When breeding we endeavor to steer clear of these problems.

Following is a list of interesting articles offsite. Some are specific to belgians whilst others are more general. The knowledge and concerns they present can be applied to all breeds.

  • ANESTHETIC

    Belgian Shepherds are extremely sensitive to anesthetic and are to be treated as a 'sight hound'.

    Information on Belgians & Anesthetic - courtesy of River Wolf Belgians
  • COAT COLOUR & GENETICS

    Genetics - an overview of currently known Belgian Shepherd Dog Coat & Colour Genetics"
    - Mara Lee Jiles
  • HIP DYSPLASIA

    Orthopedic Foundation For Animals

    International Hip Dysplasia Ratings - http://www.leonberger.com/LeoWorld/hd.html

    Hip Dysloasis - Understanding the condition and its treatment - by Dr. Race Foster & Dr. Marty Smith - diagrams of the canine skeleton & affected joints

    http://www.spinone.com/hipdysplasia.htm

 

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