PRA (which stands for progressive retinal atrophy) shows up between 3 and 5 years of age and always progresses to blindness. If you don't want to wait and worry, there is a new DNA test that can tell you whether your Poodle puppy has inherited the genes for PRA.
Cataracts can appear at any time in a Toy Poodle. If they show up early (from birth to 3 years of age), they're usually going to be more severe, leading to blindness. Cataracts that show up after age 3 are usually milder.
Other eye problems in Toy Poodles include tear duct disorders, corneal ulcers, retinal dysplasia, eyelash abnormalities, and glaucoma.
The most common orthopedic health problem to watch out for in Toy Poodles is luxating patella (loose knee joints). Legg-Calve-Perthes disease is a more serious condition, but is fortunately less common. …show more content…
Epilepsy (seizures) has become a growing concern in many dog breeds today, including Toy Poodles. Epilepsy usually shows up between 2 and 4 years of age.
PRA (which stands for progressive retinal atrophy) shows up between 3 and 5 years of age and always progresses to blindness. If you don't want to wait and worry, there is a new DNA test that can tell you whether your Poodle puppy has inherited the genes for PRA.
Cataracts can appear at any time in a Toy Poodle. If they show up early (from birth to 3 years of age), they're usually going to be more severe, leading to blindness. Cataracts that show up after age 3 are usually
Cataracts can appear at any time in a Toy Poodle. If they show up early (from birth to 3 years of age), they're usually going to be more severe, leading to blindness. Cataracts that show up after age 3 are usually milder.
Other eye problems in Toy Poodles include tear duct disorders, corneal ulcers, retinal dysplasia, eyelash abnormalities, and glaucoma.
The most common orthopedic health problem to watch out for in Toy Poodles is luxating patella (loose knee joints). Legg-Calve-Perthes disease is a more serious condition, but is fortunately less common. …show more content…
Epilepsy (seizures) has become a growing concern in many dog breeds today, including Toy Poodles. Epilepsy usually shows up between 2 and 4 years of age.
PRA (which stands for progressive retinal atrophy) shows up between 3 and 5 years of age and always progresses to blindness. If you don't want to wait and worry, there is a new DNA test that can tell you whether your Poodle puppy has inherited the genes for PRA.
Cataracts can appear at any time in a Toy Poodle. If they show up early (from birth to 3 years of age), they're usually going to be more severe, leading to blindness. Cataracts that show up after age 3 are usually