Species: Dog
Condition: Recessive Retinal Dysplasia
Organ System: Nervous/sensory
It is a non-progressive congenital defect which can be detected as early as 6-8 weeks on a CERF test. A recheck is often done when the puppy is 6 months of age. The cause is usually genetic although prenatal infections with parvovirus and herpesvirus may also be potential predisposing factors. The problem has been reported in Akitas, Labrador Retrievers, Yorkshire terriers, to name a few. The means of inheritance has not been fully established. Affected puppies may have poor eyesight or totally blind, while some may be not show any signs. There is no treatment for the problem.
Breeds exposed to Recessive Retinal Dysplasia – Research Reference
English Springer Spaniel – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Springer Spaniel – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
English Springer Spaniel Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Spoodle Cross – (Manteca 2002)
Cocker Spaniel Cross – (Manteca 2002)
Welsh Springer Spaniel Cross – (Manteca 2002)
Springer Spaniel Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Welsh Springer Spaniel – (Manteca 2002)
Spoodle – (Manteca 2002)
Cocker Spaniel – (Manteca 2002)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
To learn more about Recessive Retinal Dysplasia 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.
