Choosing a Brittany

Choosing a Brittany

By: Barbara Maroon


Common Diseases and Disorders

In general, the Brittany is a healthy dog with few medical concerns. However, the following diseases or disorders have been reported:

  • Epilepsy is a seizure disorder that develops between the ages of 2 and 5 years.

  • Lens luxation is a dislocation or displacement of the lens within the eye.

  • Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) 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.

  • 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.

  • Hip dysplasia is a malformation of the hip joint that results in pain, lameness and arthritis.

    The Brittany is also prone to ear infections.

    Life Span

    The life expectancy of the Brittany is approximately 12 to 14 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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