Because they have been so popular over the last 50 years or so, Golden Retrievers have beenover-bred, resulting in a genetic predisposition to experience specific health problems.Unfortunately, as greedy breeders often fail to screen their breeding animals, additionalhereditary health problems are introduced to the breed. If you have a Golden, or plan to bringone into your home, you should know about the more common hereditary problems that mayreduce the quality or length of your Golden Retriever's life.
Health Problems Known to Be Inherited by Golden Retrievers
Hip and Elbow Dysplasia: When growing hip joints don't form properly, juvenile and adultRetrievers may have an uneven gait or even severe lameness. This inherited disorder iscommon to many large dogs, and while is not usually noticeable in puppies, hip dysplasia willbegin to show when your Golden is between four and nine months old. The severity of thecondition varies greatly from dog to dog, but most Goldens with hip dysplasia will developarthritis as they age. Moderate exercise, weight control, and inflammatory medications will helpwith the discomfort of this problem. Not all Golden Retrievers will show, or even know about,their hip dysplasia if it's a mild form. Golden's with hip dysplasia can live long, happy lives, butthey should not be bred.
Like hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia is developmental problem in young dogs. It is not ascommon as hip dysplasia, but it can be aggravated by over-feeding and too much nutrition inearly puppyhood. Care and treatment are the same as for hip dysplasia. And, of course, GoldenRetrievers with hip dysplasia should not be bred.Eye Disease: Golden Retrievers frequently suffer from hereditary cataracts. They can rangefrom mild problems that do not interfere with your Golden's vision to severe cataracts that causeblindness as the dog ages. Eyelid and eyelash problems may be hereditary, though not all are.When the lids or lashes turn in, they may irritate the eyeball. Depending on the severity of thisproblem, surgery may be necessary. Because it's hard to tell whether eye diseases result fromheredity or environment, it's best not to breed a Golden Retriever with frequent or chronic eyeproblems.
How To Take Care Of Your Dog’s Health
Heart Disease: Golden Retrievers are known to inherit Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis (SAS) thatmay be hard to detect. Heart murmur is the best indicator, although it is not always presentwhen the problem exists. Your veterinarian may be able to identify the problem by listening witha stethoscope or more invasive necropsy. If your Golden has SAS, consult with yourveterinarian about the best treatments.
Health Problems Known to Be Inherited by Golden Retrievers
Hip and Elbow Dysplasia: When growing hip joints don't form properly, juvenile and adultRetrievers may have an uneven gait or even severe lameness. This inherited disorder iscommon to many large dogs, and while is not usually noticeable in puppies, hip dysplasia willbegin to show when your Golden is between four and nine months old. The severity of thecondition varies greatly from dog to dog, but most Goldens with hip dysplasia will developarthritis as they age. Moderate exercise, weight control, and inflammatory medications will helpwith the discomfort of this problem. Not all Golden Retrievers will show, or even know about,their hip dysplasia if it's a mild form. Golden's with hip dysplasia can live long, happy lives, butthey should not be bred.
Like hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia is developmental problem in young dogs. It is not ascommon as hip dysplasia, but it can be aggravated by over-feeding and too much nutrition inearly puppyhood. Care and treatment are the same as for hip dysplasia. And, of course, GoldenRetrievers with hip dysplasia should not be bred.Eye Disease: Golden Retrievers frequently suffer from hereditary cataracts. They can rangefrom mild problems that do not interfere with your Golden's vision to severe cataracts that causeblindness as the dog ages. Eyelid and eyelash problems may be hereditary, though not all are.When the lids or lashes turn in, they may irritate the eyeball. Depending on the severity of thisproblem, surgery may be necessary. Because it's hard to tell whether eye diseases result fromheredity or environment, it's best not to breed a Golden Retriever with frequent or chronic eyeproblems.
How To Take Care Of Your Dog’s Health
Heart Disease: Golden Retrievers are known to inherit Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis (SAS) thatmay be hard to detect. Heart murmur is the best indicator, although it is not always presentwhen the problem exists. Your veterinarian may be able to identify the problem by listening witha stethoscope or more invasive necropsy. If your Golden has SAS, consult with yourveterinarian about the best treatments.
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