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Is Bell's Palsy a disease? This is a question I am often asked by my patients. My reply to them usually involves pointing out that I work with and treat such patients all the time. Then they ask if I think that patients with Cocker Spaniel diseases are more at risk. I give them a thoughtful look, then I smile and tell them that I don't know.
A recent study by Kaiser found that Cocker Spaniel patients were not at a greater risk of developing this disease than other breeds of dogs. The study was performed on male Cocker Spaniel patients and it involved looking at factors like obesity, blood pressure, heart rate, and history of illness. It also included looking at the dogs' behavior at home and at long-term care facilities. It found that the most common behavioral problem in these patients was housebreaking, and it was found to be present in 90% of these dogs.
Is Bell's Palsy a genetic disease? Studies have found some evidence that genetic factors may play a role in it. Some breeds of dogs have a higher risk of developing this condition than others. For example, white Labradors have a three times greater chance of developing it as does Shih Tzus. However, all other breeds of dogs showed no significant increase in their chances of developing the condition.
Why is my pup so slow to walk? When walking on a loose leash, or not using a harness, Cocker Spaniels often takes longer to get up to speed. This may be due to them not having a strong bite. If this is the case, and it is very common, your pup needs some time to become accustomed to a slow start. Introducing him to short walks on a leash once a week or every other day will gradually improve his ability to walk.
Do I need my Cocker to "speak" when I can't see him? A cocker spaniel may speak a little bit more than normal, especially if he is excited or scared. This is because many breeds have a speech disorder, and they may use severalinctive sounds or bark at many different pitches and intervals. If you are seeing your Cocker being talkative, it may be due to a fear or anxiety. Some breeds have an easier time with expressive behaviors like face and eye contact.
Are Corona patients at higher risk of having cancer? We don't know, but the chance is higher. The exact reasons are not known. But it is worth looking into, as this disease is very common in the Canine breed.