Research to effectively figure out the nature of dog health problems because of inherited disease and congenital disease can be a long process. Below are some examples of common diseases that we know for the most part are hereditary, while others are still in research.

Often, specific breeds are susceptible to dog health problems but direct inheritance cannot be established. For example, some breeds of dogs are more inclined to have tumors than others. Generally speaking, in the dog, tumor predisposition is a matter of familial or breed tendency.

Cryptorchidism

This is the incomplete descent of the testicles, and is one dog health issue that has been extensively discussed. Several causes have been suggested. Dominant inheritance was accepted for a period of time, but today the best theory is that it is a simple recessive characteristic. It has been suggested to be sex-linked, but this is very questionable.

The American Kennel Club dog show regulations point out that testicles must be normally descended. Therefore, it is unethical for a veterinarian to do surgery or give medications that can cause a testicle to descend when this is a significant dog health issue for a potential show dog.

Additionally, correcting the physical defect will not change the genetic structure of the dog and the defect will be passed on if the dog is bred. If the testicles do not descend as they should, they are kept at a high body temperature which consequently appears to have been related to increased dog health problems, leading to testicular tumors. In addition, an abnormally retained testicle may well result in bowel strangulation.

Umbilical Hernia

Umbilical hernia is an extremely typical dog health issue in some breeds. The Pekingese, for example, has serious issues with this condition. The disease is extremely difficult to breed out as it is a recessive characteristic and entails multiple genes. Hence, it can not be eradicated with a few test breedings.

Disfigurement is the major objection with this dog health problem. Bowel strangulation resulting in death is rare. Since this disease is clinically innocent, perhaps it will should be allowed in those breeds exhibiting a high likelihood.

Dermoid Inclusion Cysts

Dermoid inclusion cysts are a common dog health problem in the small of the back of Rhodesian Ridgebacks. This breed has an abnormal development of the hairline that leads to cyst formation. If Rhodesian Ridgebacks are going to be bred, these cysts cannot be avoided.

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