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Common Dog Health Problems
for Weimaraners

Weimaraner dogs have a few common dog health problems, but, for the most part, they have few dog health concerns.

Dog bloat is the most common condition seen, and there are a few other Weimaraner health issues to watch for...

The average life span of a Weimaraner is from 10 - 12 years.

If you choose a healthy Weimaraner puppy, your Weimaraner puppy will probably grow to be a healthy adult.

And the chances are even better that he’ll continue to be healthy, if you are aware of the signs and symptoms of the most common health conditions faced by Weimaraners.

Weimaraner being examined by vet for common dog health problems.

Dog Health Conditions
Most Common for Weims

The Weimaraner is a deep-chested dog, making the Weimaraner a breed which is often affected by bloat or gastric torsion. Dog bloat is a very serious condition, and, if left untreated, dog bloat will lead to a painful death.

As a pet parent it is your responsibility to be aware of any changes in your dog. Here are the most common dog health problems for Weimaraner dogs:

Most Common Weimaraner Health Problems

Dog Bloat
Cryptorchidism
Dermoid or corneal dermoid cyst / corneal dystrophy
Distichiasis
Entropion or diamond eye
Factor XI Deficiency
Hip Dysplasia
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Hypomyelinogenesis
Hypothyroidism
Mastocytoma
Nictitating Membrane Eversion
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Pituitary Dwarfism
Retinal Atrophy
Syringomyelia
Thymic Atrophy
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Umbilical Hernia
Ununited Anconeal Process (Elbow Dysplasia)
Von Willebrands Disease

If you are concerned that you will have large medical expenses for your dog, you might consider purchasing pet health insurance


Reactions to Dog Vaccinations

Did you know that dogs, like people, are starting to have adverse reactions to vaccinations? The Weimaraner Club of America issued a warning in 2005 to Weim owners.

Weimaraner puppies could have a reaction (which resembles an immune response) to a vaccine. If your puppy has a reaction, he might develop a fever, elevated white blood count and inflammation in tissues in joints. If he has a reaction once, he is more likely to have a reaction with the next shot, and each reaction becomes more severe.

In addition, there is a chance that your dog could suffer permanent damage from a vaccination--just as people can get autism or guillan barre syndrome.

Fortunately, most Weimaraners are strong and healthy dogs.

If you have a healthy puppy, take a few precautions to make sure she does not develop problems, and use common sense, your Weimaraner puppy will probably never develop one of these common dog health problems!


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