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Health Information
Here at Heart of Texas, We believe in full disclosure on breed health
issues.
Breed Health Disclosure - ONE OR MORE Alaskan Klee Kai (nationally /
internationally) has/have been diagnosed with one or more of the following
medical condition/issue (listed alphabetically only NOT in order of importance
or severity):
Arthritis:
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid
Autoimmune Disorders:
Cushing's Disease
Birth Defects:
Cleft Palettes
Congenital Anasarca
Congenital Heart Disease
Congenital Lymphatic Oedema (CLO)
Cryptorchidism (Retained testicle(s))
Fading Puppy Syndrome
Kinked Tails (genetic or accidental)
Omphalocele / Gastroschisis
Open Fontanels
Renal Agenesis (born with only one kidney)
Swimmer Puppy Syndrome
Umbilical Hernia
Blood (Clotting) Disorders:
Factor VII Deficiency
Cancer:
Bone
Brain
Breast/Mammary
Ovario/Uterian/Cervical
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Testicular
Cysts:
Histiocytomas (benign lesions)
Dentition Issues:
Cross-bite
Lance Canine Tooth
Overshot
Retained “Baby” Teeth
Undershot
Wry Mouth
Digestive System Disorders:
Gastric Torsion (Bloat)
Gastro/Intestinal Blockage
Impacted Anal Glands
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Megaesophagus (Esophageal Disease)
Eye Issues:
Blocked Tear Duct(s)
Cataracts – Juvenile / Old Age
Conjunctivitis
Cornea Dystrophy
Distichiasis
EyeLid Growths
Persistant Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Retinal Folds
Trichiasis (ingrown eyelashes)
Heart Issues:
Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Murmurs (Congenital & Juvenile)
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Immune System Disorders:
Puppy Strangles (Juvenile Cellulitis)
Subcutaneous Abscesses / Sebaceous Cysts
Joint / Bone Issues:
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patellas
Liver Issues:
Liver Disease
Liver Shunts
Microvascular Dysplasia (MVD)
Neurological Issues:
Epilepsy (Seizures)
Granulometous Meningioencephalomyelitis (GME)
Hydrocephalous
Stroke
Parisites Causing Both Health Issues & Diseases:
Coccidia
Roundworm
Fleas
Tapeworm
Giardia
Ticks
Heartworm
Trypanosoma cruzi
Hookworm
Whipworm
Reproductive Tract Disorders:
Cryptorchidism (Retained testicle(s))
Low Sperm Counts
Mucometra
Pyometra (Open and Closed)
Testicular Atrophy
Skin Issues:
Contact Dermatitis
Demodectic Mange
Ear Hematoma
Eczema
Sarcoptic Mange
Thyroid Issues:
Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism (both idiopathic & hereditary)
Urinary Tract Disorders:
Cystitis
Bladder stones
Kidney stones
Urinary Tract Infection
None of the reported issues appear unique to the Alaskan Klee Kai Breed.
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