8 Potential Health Issues in Mini Goldendoodles: How to Identify & Care
- Thrivex Digital
- May 20, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
Here we will discuss several potential health concerns of Mini Goldendoodles and gain insights into their symptoms and what to do about them. We list these genetic disorders here for your convenience in your study about Goldendoodles. However we hasten to add that here at Willow Hill Doodles we have never encountered a major genetic disorder - neither have we had any families reporting a genetic health issue! While "anything is possible" we are grateful for a near perfect track record so far.
Health Issue 1: Hip and Elbow Dysplasia
Signals: Limping, pain, inflammation.
Care Tips: Consult your vet for supplements, therapy, or surgery.
Health Issue 2: Ear Infections
Signals: Redness, swelling, discomfort.
Care Tips: Regularly clean ears, prompt vet visits for infections.
Health Issue 3: Hypothyroidism
Signals: Hair loss, weight gain, lethargy.
Care Tips: Lifelong treatment with vet guidance.
Health Issue 4: Von Willebrand’s Disease
Signals: Excessive bleeding, bruising.
Care Tips: Manage with blood transfusions and vet support.
Health Issue 5: Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Signals: Night blindness, vision loss.
Care Tips: Provide supportive care for adapted living.
Health Issue 6: Allergies
Signals: Scratching, vomiting, diarrhea.
Care Tips: Identify allergens, follow vet-prescribed treatments.
Health Issue 7: Gastric Dilation and Volvulus (GDV)
Signals: Gagging, bloating, drooling.
Care Tips: Immediate vet attention, adjust feeding habits.
Health Issue 8: Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)
Signals: Muscle weakness, loss of control.
Care Tips: Manage symptoms with physical therapy.
If you ever encounter one of these with a puppy you brought home from us - please reach out to us! Even if it were to be outside the genetic health guarrantee time period.
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