What causes Dogue de Bordeaux discomfort when maturing?
The term “growing pains” is something not to be taken lightly when it comes to raising a Dogue de Bordeaux. Just like humans who tend to slow down as they get older due to muscle, joint and bone pains, this breed can also sympathize. This breed is a very fast growing dog.
They can gain an average weight of 1-2 kilograms in a week. With this rapid pace comes some health concerns that should be monitored. One is Eosinophilic Panosteitis or the “Long Bone Syndrome” which is the excessive production of bone on the long bones and is painful until it grows out.
Elbow and hip dysplasia can also occur because the bones on the leg grow at different rates and affect the joints for fitting properly in the socket. This condition leads to arthritis. Concerned owners must be aware of signs to their dog’s discomfort: continuous pacing, lying down all the time, even in places that are not comfortable, whining and salivating, vomiting, and excessive agitation.
Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!
