Bloodhound Health Problems - Health Issues in Bloodhounds

Your Online Guide to Common Health Conditions Affecting Bloodhound Dogs and Puppies

Like any purebred or designer breed of dog, the Bloodhound dog breed can inherit certain canine disorders from it's ancestors. We've provided information about common Bloodhound health problems below.

Please note that while these health issues can occur in the breed, buying a puppy from a highly reputable, knowledgeable Bloodhound breeder who is knowledgeable about health issues in the breed, and actively screens for these disorders can go a long way towards having a healthy, long lived and joyful Bloodhound companion. Choose your breeder carefully - and NEVER buy a Bloodhound puppy from a pet store or newspaper ad.

Common health concerns for your Bloodhound are ectropion, entropion, gastric torsion, otitis externa, skin-fold dermatitis, CHD, elbow dysphasia, hypothyroidism.

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