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Common Health Issues & Diseases in Pekingese Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide

Common Health Issues & Diseases in Pekingese Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide

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

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
  • Legg-calve-perthes disease
  • Patellar luxation

Cardiovascular Issues

  • Heart murmur
  • Mitral valve disease
  • Portosystemic shunt

Respiratory Issues

  • Brachycephalic airway syndrome

Skin Issues

  • Lip fold pyoderma

Urinary Issues

  • Bladder stones

Vision and Hearing Issues

  • Cataracts
  • Cherry eye
  • Corneal Ulcers
  • Distichiasis
  • Entropion
  • Glaucoma
  • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eyes)

Neurological Issues

  • Syringomyelia

Gastrointestinal Issues

  • Pyloric stenosis
  • Hernias
  • Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis

Reproductive System Issues

  • Cryptorchidism

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