Pseudoachondrodysplasia in dogs

Species: Dog
Condition: Pseudoachondrodysplasia
Organ System: Nervous/sensory

A rare hereditary disorder affecting the bone and cartilage development. It results in stunted growth and various deformities of the skeletal system. Pseudoachondrodysplasia is inherited as a recessive trait. It means that both of the parents need to carry the faulty gene for the puppy to be affected. First signs appear early; at the age of 4 to 6 weeks. The puppies are unwilling to take part in the usual playing activities. They are growing slower than expected. Later in life, the dogs have short, bent limbs and shortened spine. Unfortunately, there is no cure for this condition; the vet can only help manage the symptoms as they appear.

Breeds exposed to Pseudoachondrodysplasia – Research Reference
Miniature Dachshund Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Pug Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Miniature Dachshund- Long Haired Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Miniature Dachshund – Smooth Haired Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Miniature Dachshund – Wire Haired Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Cocker Spaniel – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Miniature Dachshund – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Pug – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Miniature Dachshund – Wire Haired – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Miniature Dachshund – Smooth Haired – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Miniature Dachshund- Long Haired – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Spoodle – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Spoodle Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Cocker Spaniel Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)

Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine

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