Heart
Problems
Unfortunately,
as with all diseases in our breed, information is not forthcoming from breeders
when problems occur. However, several cases of heart problems have been reported
in the form of Cardiomyopathy.
The following
information is taken from Malcolm B Willis’ book – Practical Genetics for
Dog Breeders:
“Heart
and Circulatory Problems – Some heart defects are acquired rather than
inherited. When Parvovirus was
first seen in the dog it produced a variety of symptoms, one of which involved
heart trouble. Parvovirus outbreaks
are now less common and even when they do occur it is rare to see associated
heart problems. Acquiring heart
problems of this kind will not be transferred by genetic means.”
