Medical Problems Of Golden Retrievers

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Medical Problems Of Golden Retrievers
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Epilepsy Also known as seizures, epilepsy
disorders normally occur from viral
infections, and environmental factors as well.
Even though an inaccessible seizure isnt always
a problem, dogs that have recurring seizures
should never be bred. Vets can recommend
medicines that control recurring seizures,
although medicine isnt always effective.
Although epilepsy doesnt affect the health of a
Golden Retriever, it does have an effect on
breeding. You can never tell if it is indeed
heredity, therefore breeding is pretty much out
of the question - to avoid passing it on to the
litter.
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Skin allergiesSkin allergy is the most common
medical issue with Golden Retrievers. Skin
allergy is normally the result of allergens such
as flea bites, dust, airborne pollen, food, and
even mold. Symptoms will vary, although they can
include bits, scratching, licking, and even ear
infections. Diet is extremely important here, as
it can help to prevent a lot of these problems.
If you consult with your vet, you can more than
likely eliminate the risks your pet has of
getting a skin allergy.
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HypothyroidismHypothyroidism is a condition that
causes the thyroid gland to malfunction. Golden
Retrievers that are affected by this disease will
normally show such symptoms as coat problems or
obesity. This medical problem can also result in
a lack of fertility as well. A lack of fertility
can be a big problem for breeders, as it makes it
very hard for the affected Golden Retriever to
breed.
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The treatment of hypothyroidism involves
taking the oral supplement for
hypothyroidism on a daily basis. Once it has
been treated successfully, the prognosis will
appear to be normal and dog will have a normal,
healthy life span, providing there are no other
medical problems. This condition is
somewhat common with Golden Retrievers, and
can be diagnosed by your vet.
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Some Goldens who suffer from hypothyroid
problems will have seizures, although this will
stop once they go on the oral treatment medicine.
Even though the hypothyroid condition isnt
associated with epilepsy, you should monitor your
dog to be on the safe side. You dont want to
take any chances with your dog coming down with
epilepsy, which is why you should always have
your vet do routine checks.
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Even though medical problems are somewhat common
with Golden Retrievers, you can help to prevent
them by making sure your dog is healthy. If you
do your part and make sure that you treat your
Golden well, you shouldnt have anything to worry
about. Golden Retrievers are generally healthy
dogs, although they can get ill from time to
time. If you take your dog to the vet and get him
treated as soon as he gets sick - hell be
better and back to his normal self in no time at
all.
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