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Belgian Sheepdog Pet Insurance

Belgian Sheepdogs are intelligent herding dogs. These dogs are easy to teach and learn new commands very quickly. They are also commonly used as police dogs and drug enforcement dogs.

Common Health Issues in Belgian Sheepdog 

Most Belgian Sheepdogs are very healthy. Some of the few genetic and health conditions that could be seen in Belgian Sheepdog are:

  • Elbow Dysplasia and Hip Dysplasia: Hip and elbow dysplasia are extremely common in this breed. It occurs when the joint sockets do not properly form, which can cause their elbow or hip to pop out. If your dog has dysplasia, their limbs may be in pain or cause them to limp. Your vet can discuss what can be done to help manage the signs of pain and help decrease arthritis formation so that your Belgian Sheepdog can live a long and happy life. 
  • Epilepsy: Belgian Sheepdog can be epileptic. This is a disease that can cause your dog to have seizures.  Epilepsy can easily be treated and managed with daily medication but cannot be cured.  Many dogs with epilepsy can live a long and healthy life. 
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA): This eye diseases cause gradual deterioration of your dog's retina. When the disease is first starting, your dog may only seem blind at night. As the disease progresses, they will also lose their eyesight during the day. Many dogs will quickly adapt to their limited or lost vision if their surroundings remain the same.

All of these issues will need constant care and monitoring to help keep your Belgian Sheepdog healthy and happy. If you notice anything wrong with your Belgian Sheepdog, they should see a vet right away. Some issues can be life-threatening.

Pet Health Insurance for your Belgian Sheepdog

If you are looking for pet health insurance for your Belgian Sheepdog, you should ensure that many health issues that are commonly seen in Belgian Sheepdog are covered. You will also want to find insurance that has short waiting times on treatment and surgery. If you prolong these procedures, your dog could have permeant health issues.

Certain health conditions are often considered genetic or are pre-existing conditions and may not be covered for your Belgian Sheepdog.

You could also consider enrolling in Pet Assure, a veterinary discount plan that is a low-cost pet insurance alternative. This plan has no exclusions due to age, breed, or hereditary conditions. Even pre-existing conditions are covered! Get a quote today. It's perfect for Belgian Sheepdog!

 Medically Reviewed by Sara Ochoa, DVM

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