Beagle Health Guide: Common Issues & Prevention Tips

Beagles 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 Beagles. Some of them are environmental illnesses so can be easily avoided by giving Beagles proper care and attention.

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

• Chondrodysplasia
• Hip dysplasia
• Intervertebral disc disease
• Patellar luxation

Cardiovascular Issues

• Immunoglobulin A (IgA) deficiency
• Beagle pain syndrome

Endocrine Issues

• Hypothyroidism

Skin Issues

• Demodectic mange
• Musladin‐Lueke syndrome

Vision and Hearing Issues

• Cataracts
• Cherry eye
• Distichiasis
• Glaucoma
• Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
• Retinal atrophy