What kind of health problems can Siberian male Husky have? Just wanted to know since I want to get a male husky
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Need to see a vet? Find the best vets near youGreat question and good job doing your homework prior to adopting a new dog! Siberian Huskies can develop a wide number of conditions that are either inherited or occur at an increased frequency in the breed (i.e. without a known genetic link). Fortunately, most of these conditions are quite uncommon. There are genetic tests for two conditions - gangliosidosis and progressive retinal atrophy that breeders should check prior to breeding a pair of dogs.
Here is a long list of associated conditions with this breed: ventricular septal defect, canine eosinophilic granuloma, canine uveodermatological syndrome, discoid lupus erythematosus, follicular dysplasia, mucocutaneous hypopigmentation, nasal depigmentation, onychodystrophy, zinc-responsive dermatosis, oral eosinophilic granuloma, Hemophilia A, skin tumors, epilepsy, degenerative myelopathy, cataracts, pannus, corneal dystrophy, progressive retinal atrophy, glaucoma, cardiac hypertrophy, platelet aggregation, ectopic ureters, bronchiectasis, laryngeal paralysis and spontaneous pneumothorax.
Many breeds have a long list of associated conditions, so be sure to speak with the breeder about the presence of any medical conditions in their lines, as well as meeting the parents to assure that they have good temperaments. Siberian Huskies are very energetic dogs and require a good bit of training and socialization to keep them happy and healthy. Best of luck! :-)
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