It is a neuromuscular disease causing a gradual muscle weakness on the hindlimb and back, which is manifested by poor coordination of movements, cramped and asymmetric walking, or incontinence.
The disease affects a wide range of dog breeds (described in more than 100 breeds) and start to develope at middle or upper age. Unfortunately, the disease is untreatable, it is gradually deteriorating, and after 3-5 years from the first manifestation of the disease, a death frequently occurs due to general weakness and paralysis of the respiratory muscles.
The test might be performed in a partner laboratory.
Gene and tested mutations/variants
SOD1, exon 2
Často kladené dotazy
Saarloos Wolfdog
Mr. Saarloos started breeding these wolfdogs in the first half of the 20th century by mating a German Shepherd with a female wolf from the zoo in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The Saarloos Wolfdog is a sociable dog and can be a great partner. He is devoted to his owner and shows his love by close contact with humans. On the other hand, the Saarloos is more of an introvert and his stubbornness must be taken into account. He needs a lot of repetition when learning, but you can definitely teach him the basic commands through positive motivation.
