Can Poodles get Ivdd?
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD ) is a common condition in Poodles. The disease is caused when the jelly-like cushion between one or more vertebrae slips or ruptures, causing the disc to press on the spinal cord.
Are Poodles prone to skin problems?
Poodles are prone to a variety of skin problems, including one called sebaceous adenitis. You may notice that your dog has dry, scaly skin with patches of hair loss along the top of his head, back of the neck, and back (typically you’ll first notice it when your dog is between one and five years of age).
What kind of exercise does a poodle do?
Poodles are more athletic than many people would suppose, and exercise is an important component of their care. They aren’t huskies, who must be given the opportunity to run to the horizon and back on a daily basis, but poodles do need the chance to run, jump, and play regularly.
Do You give Your Poodle a chance to swim?
If at all possible, you should give your poodle a chance to swim regularly, as this provides them with a low-impact form of exercise, and – most importantly – poodles usually love swimming. Poodles are famous for their fabulous coats, which are often cut in a number of different ways (see chart below).
Why does my Shih Tzu have back pain?
Certain small breeds, such as the Lhasa apso, shih tzu, dachshund and Pekingese, are predisposed to back problems caused by intervertebral disc disease. Your dog’s posture can be a strong indicator if she is suffering from this type of pain. She may stand awkwardly, arch her back or appear hunched over.
What causes back and neck pain in dogs?
Physical symptoms such as bruising, bleeding, puncture wounds or lacerations are obvious causes of neck or back pain.
Are there health problems in the Poodle breed?
Like other dogs–and humans–poodles may have health problems, some common among all dogs and some specific to the breed and even to one Poodle variety.
Are there any health tests for poodles now?
Health tests already allow us to screen breeding stock for some of these problems, and today’s exciting era of DNA technology is putting researchers on the fast track to find abnormal genes and develop more tests to help eradicate genetic disease. Here are some health issues of concern to Poodle owners:
Why does my dog have back and neck pain?
Many medical conditions are the source of significant neck and back pain in dogs. The amount of pain, and the reason for it will be related to the type of disease or injury your pet is afflicted with and the location of the problem within the neck and spine area.
Why does my poodle stand and stare at the wall?
Behavioral changes may occur, such as the dog might stand and stare at the wall, or in a corner, or just stand and be confused. All of this is due to toxins that have built up in the body that used to be metabolized by the liver. In some breeds copper will build up in the liver. This will vary from breed to breed.