Choosing a Bearded Collie

Choosing a Bearded Collie

By: Dr. Dawn Ruben


Common Diseases and Disorders

The bearded collie is a hardy breed that has few known diseases. Reported ailments include:

  • Hip dysplasia that occurs when the hip joint develops abnormally and can result in pain, lameness and arthritis.

  • Cataracts cause a loss of the normal transparency of the lens of the eye. The problem can occur in one or both eyes and can lead to blindness.

  • Corneal dystrophy is a primary, inherited, bilateral (both sides), symmetrical condition of the cornea that is not accompanied by corneal inflammation or systemic disease.

  • Progressive retinal atrophy is a disease that causes nerve cells at the back of the eye to degenerate. The condition usually begins in older pets and can lead to blindness.

  • Congenital Elbow Luxation is a dislocation of the elbow joint.

    Life Span

    The average life span of the bearded collie is approximately 14 to 15 years.


    We realize that each dog is unique and may display other characteristics. This profile provides generally accepted breed information only.

     
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