Vet reveals five dog breeds he wouldn't have as a pet

A vet from Essex has revealed the dog breeds he would not keep as a pet.
Ben Simpson-Vernon, 31, listed several types of dog that he would not own, due to common health problems associated with particular breeds.
Some breeds were off his list because of “temperament problems” or “excessive wrinkly skin.”
Mr Simpson-Vernon clarified that ultimately all dogs have health problems, but steps can be taken to ensure you buy from the right place.
“I wanted to raise awareness on both dogs to get and not to get,” Mr Simpson-Vernon said.
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[@willieverusethis]

Great list. It's horrifying what breeders have done to dogs.

[@BeccaAl]

Nice guy, good advice, obviously really cares about animals and their well-being. Please think carefully when choosing your dog, health issues and all, Dogs can live 10 years upwards so it’s a serious commitment.

[@Littlemadelyn566]

I had a English bulldog it had no health problems and it was supposed to live for 10 years but it lived for 14 years and they don’t have many problems with them

[@mayam6678]

I so agree with you. As an animal lover one should have formost the animals wellbeing at heart and not follow fashion trends!

[@kellylattimore5234]

I was going to get a cavalier king Charles spaniel, but after watching this video, I very quickly got a refund on my deposit for the dog

[@jasondevon481]

Get whatever dog you like, as long as you keep it and treat it well.

[@WellOilBeefHooked]

Well said. Everybody should know this. The breeds should be banned due to it being cruel to breed dogs which are known to suffer in life.