Are Olde English Bulldogge healthy?
Olde English Bulldogges are healthy but they are still prone to some of the same health issues as their parent breeds. Hip dysplasia, patellar luxation, laryngeal paralysis, and hyperthyroidism are just a few potential health problems your veterinarian can help you identify. Other health concerns include:
- Canine multifocal retinopathy 1 (CMR1): The eye disorder, also known as CMR1, can cause the retina to decay, which affects dogs’ vision. Rarely, CMR1 can lead to blindness.
- Hyperuricosuria: Olde English Bulldogges with HUU are at a higher risk of developing urinary stones, including kidney or bladder stones.
- Breathing problems: While Olde English Bulldogges might not have the same breathing difficulties as other brachycephalic dog breeds, these short-nosed dogs can still have trouble breathing when it’s too hot outside. They will need to burn off energy with indoor activities, such as fetch, tug-of-war, or hide and seek with the air conditioner turned on high.