Five dog breeds with the most health problems

Five dog breeds with the most common health problems – which, in addition to being costly, could be fatal, plunging their owners into misery – are presented by a UK vet.

Alex Crow – who is the chief vet at Net Vet – shared his views in a Tik ToK video titled ‘The 5 Breeds I Wouldn’t Have as a Vet’.

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Here’s 5 dog breeds that I personally wouldn’t own as a veterinarian – I know this will be a controversial one but this is based on my years in clinical practice and seeing a wide range of different dogs with health issues? these breeds just seem to come in more often than others. Many of the reasons I wouldn’t have these breeds is due to their genetics and the way they have been bred. Many traits that we, as humans, consider cute such as flat faces or wrinkly skin lead to suffering of these animals. There should be more education around what taking one of these breeds of dog involves. Please note that this is different to if I were ADOPTING one of these dogs. I would happily adopt one of these breeds of dog if I knew I could give it a better life and make adjustments for their genetic limitations. However, buying these breeds as puppies or breeding them just reinforces the issue – something that as a vet with animal welfare as a priority, I cannot get behind. No hate on these dogs! They didn’t ask to be born like this and every dog ​​deserves to live a life free of suffering. But people should be more aware of what promoting the breeding of these dogs does for their welfare!

♬ original sound – Dr Alex Crow

In it, according to the New York Post – he advises against getting these types of dogs:

Sarah Pei

“The wrinkled skin of the Chinese breed is the source of many health problems for the puppy,” says the vet. “Although many people find wrinkles adorable, they can lead to serious skin infections as bacteria gets stuck between the folds and swells,” she added.

This particular breed often needs a facelift type of surgery to prevent their eyelids from rolling forward.

These dogs are also prone to ear infections – as a result of their narrow ear canals – and they also suffer from a condition known as ‘Shar Pei fever’.

Broad-faced dogs

Broad-faced dogs – such as Frenchies, pugs and bulldogs – have breathing difficulties and often suffer from GERD.” These problems can take a toll on the owner as they often require major surgery to correct the condition. them,” said the vet.

They also suffer from skin and ear infections, allergies and are prone to problems with their spine. At the same time, they have problems due to bulging eyes.

German shepherd

According to Crow, these dogs need a very specific lifestyle to be happy, which includes plenty of exercise and mental stimulation, the lack of which could lead to anxiety and behavioral problems and aggression.

At the same time, they often experience dysplasia of the hips and elbows and other joint problems.

Great Dane

Another large dog the vet warned about is the Great Dane, because the “gentle giants” are prone to a heart condition known as dilated cardiomyopathy.

In the “cons” of this breed is also the short life expectancy due to their large size: they live 7 to 8 years.

“I would find it incredibly difficult to say goodbye to them after such a short time, especially when they have such a wonderful temperament,” he said.

Dachshund

This particular breed – due to the shape of the dogs, with its long back and short legs – often presents serious back problems. They are also likely to suffer from joint problems and an inherited eye condition known as progressive retinal atrophy.

“Although they often have great personalities, their body shape is conducive to multiple health problems. It breaks my heart to see them go through all this, just because of the way they were raised,” the vet said.