The less weight their legs have to support, the better. On that note, here are a few tips to keep CHD away: Follow timetables. Do not let your Corgiās sweet eyes distract you from your 30-45 minute walk rule. Control how often they eat. Adult Corgis (1 year and older) canāt afford to be overweight.
Hip Dysplasia (HD or CHD) HD is by far the most prevalent known genetic disease that affects Border Collies. Factors that contribute to the development of HD ultimately cause the hip joint, which is normal at birth, to be damaged. Joint damage called osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD) results in response to stresses
However, certain health issues particularly affect some merle Border Collies more than the order colors. Dogs known as double merles or ālethal whiteā are those that have inherited the merle gene variant from both parents (regardless of breed).
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