Australian Shepherd Health: Key Health Issues & How to Prevent Them

Australian shepherds could be affected by the following (but not limited to) health conditions and diseases, some of which are hereditary. They aren't all high-risk health conditions and diseases for Australian shepherds. Some of them are environmental illnesses so can be easily avoided by giving Australian shepherds proper care and attention.

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

• Hip dysplasia
• Elbow dysplasia
• Osteochondrosis dissecans

Endocrine Issues

• Hypothyroidism

Skin Issues

• Demodectic mange
• Dermatitis

Vision and Hearing Issues

• Cataracts
• Retinal atrophy
• Colobomas

Neurological Issues

• Epilepsy