Species: Dog
Condition: Stockard’s Paralysis
Organ System: Nervous/sensory
A rare congenital degenerative condition that affect parts of the spinal cord, and leading to progressive flaccid posterior paresis and paralysis. Breeds of dogs where cases have been reported included Great Danes, St. Bernard, and crossbreds.
Breeds exposed to Stockard’s Paralysis – Research Reference
Brittany Spaniel Cross – (Higgins et al. 1998)
Brittany Spaniel – (Higgins et al. 1998)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
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This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
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