Common Pomeranian diseases: Skin diseases

Pomeranian dogs have a relatively fragile endocrine system and are prone to endocrine imbalance, thus leading to some inflammation of the skin. Pomeranians are prone to some skin diseases, so dog owners must pay attention to the hygiene of Pomeranians, comb their hair frequently, and the bath liquid used when bathing must be specially designed for dogs. Owners can regularly disinfect Pomeranian's kennel and utensils. Note that Pomeranian’s diet should be light and low in salt.

Common Pomeranian diseases: Patellar luxation

Pomeranians will suffer from this disease, which affects one or both legs at the same time. Sometimes this disease can lead to lameness, but generally the kneecaps slip in, The dog will not experience significant pain when it slips out of its normal position, and surgery can correct the joint structure so that the kneecap remains in the bone socket. We should pay attention during the process of beauty and health care.

Common Pomeranian diseases: Spinal cord disease

Pomeranian dogs are generally much more likely to suffer from this disease than other dog breeds. This is due to the longer back of the dog. Once the body moves too much, , the spinal cord will break, usually in the middle of the spine. Some of the spinal material can escape upward and compress the nerves in the spine. A similar condition may occur in the vertebrae of the chest or neck. Medical treatment and care can improve symptoms, but some dogs develop permanent paralysis of their hind legs.

Common Pomeranian diseases: cardiovascular disease

Pomeranian female dogs are very susceptible to a disease called open ductus arteriosus. This is because there is an abnormal blood vessel between the heart and the lungs. Therefore, during the transportation process of blood, it is very easy for oxygenated blood and hypoxic blood to mix. Elderly Pomeranians are prone to asthma, intolerance to exercise, etc., which are mostly caused by heart disease. The heart of the elderly Pomeranian is enlarged and the heart function is reduced.