Cone degeneration – Siberian Husky

Achromatopsie, denní slepota

Code: CD

Cone degeneration (also called Achromatopsia) is a disease characterized by loss of cone photoreceptor function, resulting in daytime blindness, complete color blindness and reduced central visual acuity.

The cause of this disease is a deletion involving several genes, including the key gene CNGB3.

The disease mainly affects breeds of Arctic lineage such as the Siberian Husky or the Alaskan Malamute.

Inheritance is autosomal recessive.

Gene and tested mutations/variants

CNGB3 delece

Často kladené dotazy

Siberian Husky

The Siberian Husky's graceful, medium-sized, almond-shaped eyes can be brown or blue, sometimes with varying colours. Siberian Huskies have quick and agile legs and are known for their powerful but seemingly light gait. They weigh no more than 30 kg and are much smaller and lighter than their burly relative, the Alaskan Malamute. As natural pack dogs, they enjoy family life and get along well with other dogs. Due to their innate friendliness, they are not ideal watchdogs. They are energetic dogs that cannot resist chasing small animals, so a safe running room is a must.