Rottweilers: Key Health Concerns and Preventable Diseases

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

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

• Hip dysplasia
• Elbow dysplasia
• Cruciate ligament rupture
• Osteochondrosis dissecans
• Limber tail syndrome

Cardiovascular Issues

• Aortic stenosis

Respiratory Issues

• Juvenile laryngeal paralysis & polyneuropathy

Skin Issues

• Eczema

Vision and Hearing Issues

• Entropion
• Ectropion
• Cataracts
• Retinal atrophy