English Springer Spaniels: Common Health Issues & Prevention Tips

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

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

• Elbow dysplasia
• Hip dysplasia
• Phosphofructokinase deficiency

Cardiovascular Issues

• Dilated cardiomyopathy
• Von willebrand's disease

Endocrine Issues

• Hypothyroidism

Vision and Hearing Issues

• Cataracts
• Deafness
• Progressive retinal atrophy
• Retinal dysplasia

Neurological Issues

• Epilepsy
• Rage syndrome

Other Health Issues

• Allergies