Not exact matches
We believe that each
dog breed may correspond to one type
of B - or T - cell lymphoma and so studies within and between breeds gives us a unique possibility to understand how the genetic background
affects what type
of tumor
develops, and how its progression is regulated,» says Ingegerd Elvers.
We believe that each
dog breed may correspond to one type
of B - or T - cell lymphoma and so studies within and between breeds gives us a unique possibility to understand how the genetic background
affects what type
of tumour
develops, and how its progression is regulated», says Ingegerd Elvers.
Apart from the clear adaptation
of dogs» digestive system, the researchers also found many differences in genes that
affect how the brain is
developed.
However, if the
dog / bitch is identified as an
affected animal at an early age, it is possible to take steps to prevent / minimise the possibility
of it
developing clinical disease.
It was established later (Johnson et al, 1980) that the form
of the disease found in Bedlingtons terriers was apparently caused by the presence
of an autosomal recessive gene in
affected dogs - it is a genetic disorder and in order for the condition to
develop in a
dog / bitch a copy
of this defective gene must have been passed to the
affected animal by both parents, i.e. the
affected dog must have two «copies»
of the defective gene in its body cells.
Affected dogs may also lose some
of their coat, have red and inflamed skin or scabbing, exhibit behavioral problems, and
develop injuries or infections from excessive scratching.
Older
dogs sometimes
develop an immunity that prevents roundworm eggs from maturing into adults, however, if these are not taken care
of they can
affect the next generation
of puppies that come from that
dog because the eggs will remain dormant in the
dog's body.
Dogs affected by puppy separation anxiety
develop a vast array
of signs and symptoms which take place only when the owner is absent or at a distance.
Although great strides have been made in identifying genetic markers and
developing screening tests for many gene - based diseases, there are no test yet for PLN, PLE, or RD. Therefore, the breed club's health committee recommends that close relatives
of dogs with these diseases not be bred and that periodic tests be done on the relatives
of affected dogs to determine if the disease is present and help establish a baseline for research.
Upon being left alone,
affected dogs may
develop high levels
of anxiety, which ultimately leads to the buildup
of tension.
As a result
of being in distress from being left alone,
affected dogs typically
develop barrier frustration which causes scratching, digging and chewing mainly aimed at doors, windows and other barriers that keep the
dog from being near its owner.
A considerable research has been made on the nutritional requirements
of dogs with cancer, which can be used as basis to
develop general guidelines for the most proper diet for
dogs affected by the condition.
Dog breeds have been
developed over hundreds or even thousands
of years to do very specific things, and this can dramatically
affect their behavior.
Affected dogs often
develop the disease at middle age (5 - 7 years
of age) but some can
develop it a bit younger.
Affected dogs usually
develop the disease between 5 and 7 years
of age.
If your
dog has had a heart murmur detected but is not showing symptoms
of heart disease, it is possible that the heart disease may not yet have
developed significantly enough to
affect the normal functioning
of the heart.
(6) A study
of 3218
dogs demonstrated that
dogs that were neutered before a year
of age had a significantly increased chance
of developing bone cancer, a cancer that is much more life - threatening than mammary cancer, and that
affects both genders.
These six breeds may be more likely to
develop this kind
of behavior, but separation anxiety is an affliction that has potential to
affect any
dog.
Affected dogs develop coughing, sneezing, mucoid eyes and nose, fever, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, loss
of appetite and seizures.
Affected dogs develop a typical hacking cough accompanied by retching, nasal discharge, ad sometimes even fever, lethargy and loss
of appetite.
Affected dogs develop coughing, a low - grade fever, nasal discharge and loss
of appetite.
The
dog develops a swelling
of the throat that
affects his ability to breathe and swallow, and results in coughing and hoarseness when he barks.
The
affected dog will
develop an excessive thirst and will pass greatly increased amounts
of urine.
While the disease can
affect any animal,
dogs from the following breeds may be at an increased risk
of developing Addison's disease: Standard poodle, Great Dane, Portuguese water
dog, West Highland white terrier, Rottweiler, English springer spaniel, Welsh springer spaniel, German shorthaired pointer, Soft - coated wheaten terrier, Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever, and the Bearded collie.
Dogs with an unrepaired ligament will develop severe arthritis in the affected knee, but surgical repair offers the chance of a good recovery with 80 - 90 % of dogs returning to full funct
Dogs with an unrepaired ligament will
develop severe arthritis in the
affected knee, but surgical repair offers the chance
of a good recovery with 80 - 90 %
of dogs returning to full funct
dogs returning to full function.
AFFECTED dogs carry two copies
of the IG - PRA1 risk allele and thus have the genetic make - up that indicates they are at HIGH RISK to
develop PRA due to the IG - PRA1 risk allele.
Neutering, and the age at which a
dog is neutered, may
affect the animal's risk for
developing certain cancers and joint diseases, according to a new study
of golden retrievers by a team
of researchers at the University
of California, Davis.
While my breed (Weimaraner) generally is not on the
affected list, several breeders (myself included) are now DNA testing our breeding stock through a test
developed by Univ.
of California Davis... I can't post a link here but if anyone is interested, google UC Davis Veterinary Genetics Laboratory Inexpensive simple cheek swab... this is a big problem with Dalmations... we are finding some carriers and
affected dogs within our breed, but have not really heard
of many UTI problems that were a result
of this condition.
AFFECTED - the
dog has two copies
of the L -2-HGA mutation and is expected to
develop L -2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria caused by the L -2-HGA mutation, assuming it survives to an appropriate age.
Affected dogs develop symptoms that are identical to those
of the tumor - based disease.
One
of the greatest advantages to using DNA tests over traditional screening methods, like eye exams, x-rays and blood tests, is that you can find out which
dogs may be
affected before symptoms
develop.
This disease generally
affects the toy breeds, the Yorkshire Terrier is such type
of breed and if the
dog tends to
develop this disease, it generally appears between birth and the fourth month.
Additionally, about 10 %
of the most severely
affected dogs develop a fatal destruction
of their spinal cord (myelomalacia) regardless
of our attempts to intervene.
Feeding this style during puppyhood, will increase the likelihood Tate will
develop into a mature canine without suffering from many
of the ailments
affecting dogs that eat pet grade, commercially available, dry and canned foods; allergies (skin and digestive tract), organ system problems (kidneys and liver disease, pancreatitis, etc), and cancer.
More Than 85 %
Of Dogs Develop Periodontal Disease This is the most common disease affecting older dogs, and it usually is there by the age of 3, so start earl
Of Dogs Develop Periodontal Disease This is the most common disease affecting older dogs, and it usually is there by the age of 3, so start ea
Dogs Develop Periodontal Disease This is the most common disease
affecting older
dogs, and it usually is there by the age of 3, so start ea
dogs, and it usually is there by the age
of 3, so start earl
of 3, so start early.
Since these disorders
affect primarily large breed
dogs during their growing years, maintaining an appropriate plane
of nutrition during that time may help decrease the chances
of your pet
developing some
of these disorders.
Dogs of both sexes and all different breeds can be
affected by food allergies and they can
develop as early as five months
of age or as late as 12 years.
Dogs of all breeds and sizes can be
affected, but those with heavily pigmented oral mucosa, such as Chows, may be at an increased risk for
developing melanoma.
C (AT RISK /
AFFECTED): These
dogs have two copies
of the mutation and will likely
develop DM during their lifetime.
In the Old English Sheepdog, PCD
affected dogs typically
develop symptoms
of respiratory disease a few days after birth and suffer from chronic airway inflammation later in their life.
HNPK
affected dogs will
develop dry, rough crusts on the tip
of the nose.
This was problematic as many
affected dogs do not actually
develop signs
of the disease until they are getting on in years, and have already produced puppies.
Affected male
dogs typically present with symptoms related to cysteine bladder stones at 6 to 14 months
of age, however female
dogs tend to
develop symptoms later than males.
A
dog who is
affected with PRA may have parents who did not
develop PRA, but instead served as carriers
of the disease.
Regardless
of which treatment is used, most
dogs will go on to
develop osteoarthritis in the
affected joint later in life.
«In this study only Labradors were examined, but as other breeds are predisposed to
developing elbow dysplasia, particularly German Shepherds, it would be interesting to investigate how hydrotherapy
affects the movement
of different types
of dogs.»
According to the FDA, «There has been a small number
of reported instances
of cats and
dogs in the United States that developed kidney failure after eating the affected product... Dogs or cats who have consumed the suspect feed and show signs of kidney failure (such as loss of appetite, lethargy and vomiting) should consult with their veterinarian.&ra
dogs in the United States that
developed kidney failure after eating the
affected product...
Dogs or cats who have consumed the suspect feed and show signs of kidney failure (such as loss of appetite, lethargy and vomiting) should consult with their veterinarian.&ra
Dogs or cats who have consumed the suspect feed and show signs
of kidney failure (such as loss
of appetite, lethargy and vomiting) should consult with their veterinarian.»
Not only are the genetics
of it so far unknown, but most
affected dogs will not
develop the disease until adulthood making it difficult to breed away from.
Other factors may well
affect the final phenotype, but HSF4 provides a key indicator
of dogs that are at significant risk for
developing cataracts at some time in their lives.
RMSF can
affect dogs of all breeds, but young purebred
dogs are reported to be more susceptible to
developing severe disease due to Rickettsia rickettsii infection than mixed breeds.