Diseases & Genetic Problems of the GSD

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Congenital Defects

Although it would be wonderful the unfortunate fact is that, like every breed, German Shepherds have their share of problems which can and occationally does show up. Following is a list of problems found, through various noted resources, to be congenital defects in the German Shepherd.

Bloat

Cataracts

Cleft palate

Cleft lip

Cryptorchidism (non-descent of testicles)

Elbow Dysplasia

Ununited anconeal process

Panostotis (Pano)

Epilepsy

Esophageal Dilatation

Eversion of the third eye

Hemophilia

Hip Dysplasia

Osteochondrosis Dessicans

Pancreatic Insufficiency

Subaortic Stenosis

Von Willebrandt's Disease

Diseases

Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)

Distemper

Heartworm

Hepatitis

Leptospirosis

Rabies

Summary's for the above problems will be added at a later date, some topics will be added as a page of their own.

If you know of a disease that you believe should be listed here, please feel free to e-mail us!