Species: Dog
Condition: Selective Iga Deficiency
Organ System: Respiratory
Immunoglobulin A (IgA) is a form of protein vital for protecting the skin, and the respiratory, digestive and reproductive tracts. If your dog is deficient in IgA, they will be vulnerable to repeat infections and allergies. Typical symptoms include pustules and scratching, sneezing or nasal discharge, prolonged or recurring diarrhoea and frequent or painful urination. If your dog shows these indications your vet will analyse a blood sample to confirm IgA deficiency. There are various possible treatment to stimulate the immune system which may or may not be effective for your dog and the related complications can be treated as required.
Breeds exposed to Selective Iga Deficiency – Research Reference
Miniature Dachshund Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Dachshund Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Boxer Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Pug Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Pomeranian Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
West Highland White Terrier Cross – (Moneva-Jordan et al. 2001)
Miniature Dachshund- Long Haired Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Smooth Haired Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Wire Haired Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Boxer – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Cocker Spaniel – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Dachshund – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Pomeranian – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Pug – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Smooth Haired – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Wire Haired – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Spoodle – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund- Long Haired – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Spoodle Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Cocker Spaniel Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
West Highland White Terrier – (Moneva-Jordan et al. 2001)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
To learn more about Selective Iga Deficiency or any other condition we invite you to search this website. Even better, pick up the phone and call your vet. Your vet knows your pet better than anyone else and is a fountain of information.
This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
For Petmed Pet Health Insurance – pre-existing condition exclusion applies. Annual Benefit Limits and excess amounts vary based on pet health insurance plans.
