Health Guide
Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog Health Problems & Prevention
Common health issues, symptoms to watch for, and how to keep your Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog healthy.
Life Expectancy
8-12 years
Common health problems in the Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog
Condition % of breed affected
Elbow Dysplasia33.0% (BVA/KC)
Hip DysplasiaBreed median score of 14, mean 21 across 108 tested dogs (BVA/KC)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)50.0% (OFA/ACVO)
Ichthyosis34.3% carrier rate in ancestral bulldog stock (Casal et al. / Animal Genetics)
Risk profile
- Cruciate ligament tear
- High
- Vet costs over a lifetime
- High
- Cancer
- Low
- Heart
- Low
- Neurological
- Medium
Cranial cruciate ligament tear risk elevated due to explosive acceleration, heavy muscular build, and steep stifle angles.
Health tests to ask a breeder for
A responsible Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog breeder can show results for these tests for both parents.
- OFA or PennHIP Hip Evaluation
- OFA Elbow Evaluation
- OFA Eye Examination (CAER)
- BAER Hearing Clearance (especially for dogs with >50% white head markings)
- DNA panel for NCL and Ichthyosis
A Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog getting older
Senior from about 8 years. Average lifespan: 12 - 15 years.
- Joint stiffness
- Hip dysplasia
- Cataracts
- Hearing loss
- Ocular deterioration
- Renal issues
- Thyroid issues
Crucial to drop caloric intake by 15-20% as activity drops in seniors to prevent mechanical stress on joints.