Fanconi Syndrome in dogs

Species: Dog
Condition: Fanconi Syndrome
Organ System: Nervous/sensory

Part of the function of the kidney is to reabsorb some necessary nutrients. If your dog has Fanconi syndrome then the kidney is unable to do this with the result that these nutrients are lost. This leads to serious issues for your dog such as electrolyte imbalances, dehydration and weight loss. This disorder is generally inherited and the Basenji breed is particularly prone to it, however it may also be caused by environmental factors. The symptoms of Fanconi syndrome normally become evident at around 3 to 7 years of age. Currently there is no cure for this condition; however your vet can prescribe medication to support kidney function.

Breeds exposed to Fanconi Syndrome – Research Reference
Miniature Dachshund Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Golden Retriever Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Dalmatian Cross – (Hood et al. 2002b)
“Lhasa Apso Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (O’Brien et al. 1982
Dobermann Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Rottweiler Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Shar-Pei Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
“Shih Tzu Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (O’Brien et al. 1982
Miniature Dachshund- Long Haired Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
“Norwegian Elk Hound Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Finco et al. 1977
Miniature Dachshund – Smooth Haired Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Wire Haired Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Doberman Pinscher – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Doberman Pinscher Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Golden Doodle (Groodle) – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Wire Haired – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund- Long Haired – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Smooth Haired – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Miniature Dachshund – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
“Bernese Mountain Dog – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Minkus et al. 1994
Bull Terrier – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Osborne & Finco 1995)
Cocker Spaniel – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Osborne & Finco 1995)
Dobermann – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Golden Retriever – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
“Lhasa Apso – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (O’Brien et al. 1982
“Norwegian Elk Hound – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Finco et al. 1977
Rottweiler – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
“Samoyed – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Bernard & Valli 1977
Shar-Pei – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
“Shih Tzu – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (O’Brien et al. 1982
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Spoodle – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Osborne & Finco 1995)
Bull Terrier Cross – (Osborne & Finco 1995) & Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
“Samoyed Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Bernard & Valli 1977
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Spoodle Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Osborne & Finco 1995)
Cocker Spaniel Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Osborne & Finco 1995)
“Bernese Mountain Dog Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD) & (Minkus et al. 1994
Dalmatian – (Hood et al. 2002b)

Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine

To learn more about Fanconi Syndrome 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.