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    HEALTH

    The Otterhound Club health sub-committee meet on a regular basis to discuss health related issues and maintain detailed health records of our breed.
    An annual health report is produced each year and circulated to members.

    Sub-committee members
    Will Lazenby
    Nicki Eagles

    Veterinary Consultant to the Otterhound Club and Breed Health Co-Ordinator
    Mr Will Lazenby BVMS MRCVS 

    QUICK LINKS :

    HEALTH REPORT 2023
    HEALTH REPORT 2022
    HEALTH REPORT 2021
    HEALTH REPORT 2020
    HEALTH REPORT 2019

    HEALTH RESULTS 2023

    GLANZMANN'S THROMBASTHENIA

    FITTERS LIST

    THE KENNEL CLUB HEALTH STANDARD

    KEEP YOUR DOG SAFE AT CHRISTMAS
    Christmas is the time to indulge, celebrate and have fun – and as part of the family, our dogs will normally be enjoying some of the action too.  But the festive season also presents a world of hidden dangers to our four-legged friends, from toxic foods to dangerous seasonal plants.  For more information please see the following links .....
    A-Z OF COMMON HEALTH ISSUES
    The Kennel Club provide an excellent A to Z of common dog health issues. Here you'll find a number of articles on health and well-being issues that may affect your dog during its lifetime. If you think your dog may be affected by any of the subjects discussed here, please contact your local vet.
    PDSA HEALTH HUB FOR DOGS
    The PDSA also provide a comprehensive Health Hub with a wealth of information relating to your dogs health.....
    ALABAMA ROT
    CRGV (cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy)  commonly known as ‘Alabama Rot’ is a disease of unknown cause that affects all dog breeds and doesn’t discriminate in terms of age or body size.
    For up to date information including a live map of confirmed cases please follow this link ....
    CANCER IN DOGS
    There are many different types of cancer that can affect dogs, some more serious than others.  This articles gives an overview of the types of cancers dogs can get, how they are diagnosed and treated, as well as some questions to ask your vet if your dog is diagnosed.
    GDV (GASTRIC DILATION VOLVULUS) or BLOAT
    GDV (a bloated, twisted stomach), is a painful, life-threatening condition that requires emergency treatment.  Deep chested, large and giant breed dogs are most at risk of a GDV.  
    Please see here for information about symptoms and some useful advice on causes and prevention.
    VESTIBULAR SYNDROME
    The vestibular system is responsible for maintaining balance, posture and the body’s orientation in relation to the horizon.  Dogs with vestibular disease usually present with a loss of balance, disorientation, head tilt and irregular jerking eye movements known as nystagmus.  For more information please see the following link...
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