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Yes. Beagles are prone to epilepsy. Although it is a minor concern, Beagles are prone to many other health problems including intervertebral disc disease, CHD, joint problems, deafness, hemophilia A, cataracts, glaucoma, etc. Hip and eye test are highly recommended, and it is important to get your heatlh-tested Beagle from good lines.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoAny dog can have epilepsy. In fact, according to the National Beagle Club of America, beagles do have a higher incidence of having epilepsy than the average dog. Here is a link to the NBC's article on beagle epilepsy.:
http://clubs.akc.org/NBC/epilepsy.html
Keep in mind that there are other causes for a beagle to act strangely. Your vet will be able to rule those out as well as prescribe treatment.
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Are there any health problems linked to beagles?
Beagles are prone to epilepsy and hip displasia. They are also prone to disk problems.
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Cdl regulations when you get epileptic seizure?
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