Border Terriers – Common Health Issues & Diseases

Border terriers could be affected by the following (but not limited to) health conditions and diseases, some of which are hereditary. They aren't all high-risk health conditions and diseases for Border terriers. Some of them are environmental illnesses so can be easily avoided by giving Border terriers proper care and attention.

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

• Hip dysplasia
• Legg-calve-perthes disease
• Patellar luxation

Cardiovascular Issues

• Aortic stenosis

Respiratory Issues

• Allergies

Vision and Hearing Issues

• Cataracts
• Deafness
• Ectropion
• Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eyes)
• Retinal dysplasia
• Retinal atrophy

Neurological Issues

• Epilepsy

Other Health Issues

• Canine epileptoid cramping syndrome