Mastiffs: Essential Guide to Common Health Issues & Preventive Care

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

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

• Elbow dysplasia
• Hip dysplasia

Cardiovascular Issues

• Von willebrand's disease

Vision and Hearing Issues

• Cataracts
• Cherry eye
• Corneal dystrophy
• Ectropion
• Entropion
• Progressive retinal atrophy
• Retinal dysplasia

Neurological Issues

• Degenerative myelopathy
• Epilepsy