Whippets – Common Health Issues & Diseases

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

Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues

• Bully whippet syndrome

Cardiovascular Issues

• Heart murmur
• Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia
• Mitral valve disease

Endocrine Issues

• Cushing's disease
• Hypothyroidism

Vision and Hearing Issues

• Cataracts
• Congenital deafness
• Retinal atrophy

Neurological Issues

• Epilepsy

Gastrointestinal Issues

• Colitis
• Pancreatitis

Reproductive System Issues

• Cryptorchidism
• Undescended testicle