Vet reveals the five dog breeds he'd never own even though he loves them
By Rachael Gavin|
While vets adore all animals they get a close insight into the types of health issues that impact not only each species but each breed.
When it comes to dogs vet Amir Anwary has revealed there are five dog breeds he would never own, even though he loves them.
Sharing his "brutally honest opinion" in a TikTok video, he explained why he couldn't own these breeds.
Watch the video above.
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Top of the list is white bull terriers, which he thinks is "such a lovely goofy breed" but their skin is very sensitive.
"Oh my God their skin is always reacting to something and have you seen their paws? Their paws are always inflamed... I just feel so bad for them so I could never own a bull terrier," he said.
English Bulldogs made the list despite Anwary's love for their temperament.
Watch the video below to find out why.
Third on Anwary's list is the Bernese Mountain dog, another "lovely breed" but their tendency for hip and elbow problems and short lifespan of between six to eight years means the breed is too devastating to own.
"Dogs really have such a short lifespan compared to humans, I couldn't own a dog that only lived six to eight years, I couldn't do it," he said.
Next on the list is the Cavalier King Charles spaniel, which the vet "really loves" but they are prone to a genetic heart condition.
"So by the age of about 10 years old 90 per cent of them will develop mitral valvular disease, which can lead to congestive heart failure. So this breed is going to be on chronic heart medication which can get really expensive and they're going to be going for regular vet visits," he said.
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However, Anwary admits that for others it might be worth the cost of owning a Cavalier King Charles spaniel "because of how amazing this breed is, but not for me."
Rounding out Anwary's list of breeds he'd never own is the Siberian husky.
"Huskies are loud, they have way too much energy, they shed way too much hair, if they get bored they will literally destroy your whole garden, they are way too stubborn. It's a no from me," he said.
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Dog owners shared their thoughts on these breeds in the comment section of the video and several husky owners disagreed with the vet's comments.
"I have a Siberian Husky and he is 7 and does none of those things you mentioned," one said.
"Mine never did either. She was the best," another commented.
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Sadly, there were plenty of Cavalier King Charles spaniel owners who agreed that the their dogs have lots of health issues.
"My cavalier turns 14 in couple of weeks. When choosing a puppy I checked his parents medical tests (mandatory before breeding here). He has slight heart murmur, but doesn't have to be on 2 heart medication. He does have epilepsy (past2 yrs) and eats special food bc of pancreatitis," a woman said.
"Had 5 Cavies all had cardiomyopathy mitral valve disease... but best dogs ever," a dog owner wrote.
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"Cavalier is my first dog, hes the sweetest. Had problems since bringing him home. Bunch of health problems, and he is not even 3yo yet. And still I don't know if I can choose other breed in the future," another commented.
There was also agreement that bull terriers have skin issues that need a lot of attention.
"Bull terrier owner, skin infections can be an issue. A mix of coconut oil and suphur along with regular tick and flea pills and my boy is sorted best breed ever, goofy, strong, happy dog," an owner said.
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