Why does my Australian Shepherd throw up?
There are a lot of issues that can cause vomiting in dogs. These range from issues that can be as concerning as major metabolic issues (kidney or liver disease, pancreatitis, neoplasia/ cancer, etc) to as benign as gastroenteritis.
What was the name of the first Australian Shepherd?
Blue Spice, foundation female of the Flintridge line of Australian Shepherds, alone and with two offspring by Harper’s Old Smokey, Salt and Chili circa 1964.
What should I do if my Australian Shepherd has CEA?
When you do bring your dog home, your veterinarian will probably recommend eye, hip and thyroid exams for your Australian Shepherd puppy, as well as DNA tests to check for CEA. And remember, as the owner, it is your responsibility to protect your dog from one of the most common health problems of all dogs,…
What happens if an Australian Shepherd goes untreated?
If it goes untreated, it will often progress to complete blindness. Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) is classified as a degeneration of the retina, which will eventually lead to blindness. This is uncommon in Australian Shepherds, but has been seen in rare instances.
What causes epilepsy in an Australian Shepherd Dog?
Although not very common, canine epilepsy can also occur in Australian Shepherds. If and when a seizure does happen, it can be quite serious. Epileptic seizures in dogs can be caused by a variety of triggers, including infections, genetics, toxic exposure, and injury.
Blue Spice, foundation female of the Flintridge line of Australian Shepherds, alone and with two offspring by Harper’s Old Smokey, Salt and Chili circa 1964.
When you do bring your dog home, your veterinarian will probably recommend eye, hip and thyroid exams for your Australian Shepherd puppy, as well as DNA tests to check for CEA. And remember, as the owner, it is your responsibility to protect your dog from one of the most common health problems of all dogs,…
If it goes untreated, it will often progress to complete blindness. Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) is classified as a degeneration of the retina, which will eventually lead to blindness. This is uncommon in Australian Shepherds, but has been seen in rare instances.
Although not very common, canine epilepsy can also occur in Australian Shepherds. If and when a seizure does happen, it can be quite serious. Epileptic seizures in dogs can be caused by a variety of triggers, including infections, genetics, toxic exposure, and injury.