Here are some useful sources on health issues that affect many hound
breeds
CERF: www.vmdb.org/cerf.html
There are some eye diseases that affect some hound breeds.
Responsible breeders test and only breed those individuals they know to have
certified normal eyes.
OFA:
www.offa.org/patluxinfo.html
Patellar luxation is a problem in some breeds. The OFA
site provides information on patellar luxation.
DCA Health Trust:
http://members.tripod.com/dachshealth/
This is a non profit 501(c)(3). It has information on
Dachshund health issues and links to current research.
IVDD:
Dodgers list
Some dachshunds may become affected with disk disease at
some time in their lives. Dodgers list offers information about diagnosis
and many treatment options currently available.
Information on Greyhound health issues and current treatment options:
Greythealth
Special Greyhound pages on a veterinary website:
Grassmere Animal Hospital Greyhound Page
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