Cocker Spaniels – Common Health Issues & Diseases

Cocker spaniels 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 Cocker spaniels. Some of them are environmental illnesses so can be easily avoided by giving Cocker spaniels proper care and attention.

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

• Hip dysplasia
• Patellar luxation
• Elbow dysplasia

Endocrine Issues

• Hypothyroidism

Skin Issues

• Lip fold pyoderma
• Seborrhea

Urinary Issues

• Urolithiasis
• Familial nephropathy

Vision and Hearing Issues

• Entropion
• Cherry eye
• Ectropion
• Glaucoma
• Cataracts
• Retinal atrophy
• Otitis

Neurological Issues

• Epilepsy

Gastrointestinal Issues

• Gastric torsion