German Shepherd Dog Health and Related Articles
Below are a number of very useful articles relating to the health and growth of German Shepherd Dogs, from puppies to mature adults.
All owners, and particularly breeders should take note of the recent article “Growth disorders in young German Shepherds” along with the information regarding Bloat
The most recent articles added are attached below, such as “growth disorders in the young GSD” and “Ig A Immunological disorders in the GSD” both written by vet Dr Karen Hedberg in January 2010. Also some useful toxin references for general pets.
Many more specific health and veterinary articles relating to German Shepherd Dogs can be found on the German Shepherd Dog Council of Australia (GSDCA) website. Click to access articles on HEALTH and WELFARE Articles. The information included is also detailed below with relevant links.
Gastric Dilation_Dr S Mason_ Monash Vet Clinic
Common-Pet-Toxins-NATIONAL_AEC
Common-Plants-Toxic-to-Dogs-and-Cats-NATIONAL_AEC
GSD Inherited and Acquired Diseases
Article on inbreeding_linebreeding_Karen Hedberg
Geriatrics and the older GSD_K Hedberg 2004
Growth Disorders in Young GSDs_Hedberg 2010
Ig A Immunological Disorders in the GSD_Dr K Hedberg
megaoesophagus_Dr Karen Hedberg_20072010
Nutrition_in_Dogs_hedberg 2007
Rate_of_Weight_Gain_in_the_GSD_Hedberg
Re-print article on Lower Jaw problems_20072010
Reproduction in the Bitch_Hedberg 2007
What Price a Normal Hip_Hedberg2002
GSD Inherited and Acquired Diseases