Cherry eye ,swelling of the gland in the third eye lid.
Glaucoma, an increase of pressure in the eye.
Cataracts, cloudiness of the eye lens.
Retinal Dysplasia, folding or displacment of the retina which may cause blindness.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy, cells of the retina deteriorate and lead to blindness.
Elongated soft palate, soft palate at back of throat is elongated and interferrs with larynx.
Hypothyrodism, dysfuntion of thyroid gland causing weight gain, poor coat, reprductive problems and much more.
Cleft palate and lip.
One or more testicels do not descend.
Interverteberal Disc disease, causes severe neck and back pain.
Kidney and bladder failure.
There may be more health related issues for beagles. Such as over eating, being over weight... ect. You can check out the differant beagle clubs on the internet for more information.
They are also predisposed to an eye condition known as glaucoma.
Paneosteitis. Transiet lamness that usually the pup will out grow by age of two years old. Symptoms are usally confused with hip or elbow dysplasia. X-rays should be done to rule out this condition before you agree to surgery.
Some basset's are alergic to grass. Or food. Only your vet can diagnose this.
Various ear infections caused from thier long droopy ears. Clean the ears once a day and put cotton in them before a bath to keep out water. This will help prevent infections.
