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Main diseases – American Bully

 

With its mean face, the American Bully can scare you in a first contact. Despite being robust, the breed is usually docile and kind and can easily win your heart. For those who like dogs with a strong personality, the breed is ideal. Discover the main diseases of American Bully!

 

These dogs don't usually have many health problems, but some illnesses can unfortunately be part of their life. Next, we'll talk a little about some of them.

 

elbow dysplasia

This is one of the most frequent illnesses in American Bully. Dysplasia makes it difficult to move the elbow because of an anomaly in the trochlear notch (one of the humerus joints) that can be acquired throughout life or inherited from the parents.

 

This condition, if left untreated, can lead to more complex diseases such as severe osteoarthrosis or deformities in the region, making treatment difficult. Some breeds like Golden Retriever, English Bulldog and German Shepherd can also be affected frequently.

 

The incidence of the disease can be controlled with strict selection between parents (where the two do not have the disease gene), obesity control and restriction of access to smooth and slippery floors.

 

progressive retinal atrophy

Progressive retinal atrophy is a disease that can affect dogs of any breed and usually presents symptoms, usually after five years of age. However, despite being able to reach any breed, some such as Dachshund, Poodle, Labrador, Schnauzer, Cocker Spaniel and Collie show greater predisposition to it.

 

This condition is of hereditary origin, that is, when genes are passed from parents to offspring. It is of paramount importance that specimens that carry the gene for progressive retinal atrophy are not placed for mating.

 

Unfortunately, it has no cure, but dogs adapt very well to the condition. The sense of smell – which is already heightened – becomes even more sensitive most of the time.

 

brachycephalic syndrome

Brachycephalic syndrome affects dogs and cats with a short snout, known as brachycephalic. Because they have a flatter snout, dogs and cats in this condition make a greater effort than other breeds to breathe. This effort can hamper oxygenation and lead to gastric and heart problems.

 

The veterinarian may order tests such as tomography, endoscopy or electrocardiogram to detect possible diseases or changes due to brachycephalic syndrome.

 

Other diseases of a genetic nature can appear during the life of your American Bully, so the monitoring of a veterinarian is essential and essential.

 

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