Genetics
An introduction for dog breeders More information:
Hereditary bone and joint diseases in the dog More information:
Hydrocephalus:a condition where there is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the ventricles of the brain.
Oligodendroglioma:a cancer arising from a type of cell found in the brain and spinal cord.
Perianal gland tumor:a cancer arising from a cell of a gland found near the anus.
Pyloric stenosis: a condition where the opening leading from the stomach does not function properly.
Hypothyroidism:a common endocrine disease where the body produces an abnormally low amount of thyroid hormones. An autoimmune destruction of the thyroid gland which affects more than 50 dog breeds.
Adapted from:
"A Guide to Hereditary and Congenital Diseases in Dogs" Published by The Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights, First printing: August 1994.
Canine Inherited Disorders Database.