Health Information

Here at Heart of Texas, We believe in full disclosure on breed health issues. 

Breed Health Disclosure - ONE OR MORE Alaskan Klee Kai (nationally / internationally) has/have been diagnosed with one or more of the following medical condition/issue (listed alphabetically only NOT in order of importance or severity):

Arthritis:
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid

Autoimmune Disorders:
Cushing's Disease  

Birth Defects:
Cleft Palettes
Congenital Anasarca
Congenital Heart Disease 
Congenital Lymphatic Oedema (CLO)
Cryptorchidism (Retained testicle(s))
Fading Puppy Syndrome
Kinked Tails (genetic or accidental)
Omphalocele / Gastroschisis
Open Fontanels
Renal Agenesis (born with only one kidney)
Swimmer Puppy Syndrome 
Umbilical Hernia

Blood (Clotting) Disorders:
Factor VII Deficiency

Cancer:
Bone
Brain
Breast/Mammary
Ovario/Uterian/Cervical
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Testicular

Cysts:
Histiocytomas (benign lesions)

Dentition Issues:
Cross-bite 
Lance Canine Tooth
Overshot
Retained “Baby” Teeth
Undershot   
Wry Mouth

Digestive System Disorders:
Gastric Torsion (Bloat)
Gastro/Intestinal Blockage
Impacted Anal Glands
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Megaesophagus (Esophageal Disease)

Eye Issues:
Blocked Tear Duct(s) 
Cataracts – Juvenile / Old Age
Conjunctivitis
Cornea Dystrophy
Distichiasis
EyeLid Growths
Persistant Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Retinal Folds
Trichiasis (ingrown eyelashes)

Heart Issues:
Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Murmurs (Congenital & Juvenile)
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Immune System Disorders:
Puppy Strangles (Juvenile Cellulitis)
Subcutaneous Abscesses / Sebaceous Cysts

Joint / Bone Issues:
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patellas

Liver Issues:
Liver Disease
Liver Shunts
Microvascular Dysplasia (MVD)

Neurological Issues:
Epilepsy (Seizures)
Granulometous Meningioencephalomyelitis (GME)
Hydrocephalous
Stroke

Parisites Causing Both Health Issues & Diseases:  
Coccidia  
Roundworm
Fleas    
Tapeworm
Giardia
Ticks
Heartworm
Trypanosoma cruzi
Hookworm
Whipworm

Reproductive Tract Disorders:
Cryptorchidism (Retained testicle(s))
Low Sperm Counts
Mucometra
Pyometra (Open and Closed)
Testicular Atrophy

Skin Issues:
Contact Dermatitis
Demodectic Mange
Ear Hematoma
Eczema
Sarcoptic Mange

Thyroid Issues:
Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism (both idiopathic & hereditary)

Urinary Tract Disorders:
Cystitis
Bladder stones
Kidney stones
Urinary Tract Infection

None of the reported issues appear unique to the Alaskan Klee Kai Breed.