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Below is a list
of genetic disorders that have been found in some Australian Shepherds. This list was
compiled by C.A. Sharp (helix@qnis.net) C.A. is one of
the wonderful people doing research and is on the leading edge of Aussie genetics. Please
note that to date none of SilverHawk's Aussies that are used for breeding have been found
to have any of the following diseases or disorders!
Eyes:
Collie Eye Anomolies
Cataracts
Iris Coloboma
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Merle Occular Dysgenesis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Bone:
Hip dysplasia
Osteochondritis Desicans
Blood:
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hemophilia A & B
Dental:
Overshot and Undershot Bites
Wry
Missing Premolars and sometimes Molars
Dropped Center Incisors
Heart Defect:
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Liver Defect:
Porto Systemic Shunt
Nervous system:
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Endocrine System:
Hypothyroidism
Lupus
Generalized Demodex
Other:
Cryptorchidism
For a detailed explanation of the above, please feel free to use this link to Western Hills Australian Shepherds Genetics page. Heidi Mobley, Western Hills owner, has spent many months doing research on the diseases and has written excellent descriptions of the diseases which she has allowed the rest of us to share. Please use your browsers "back" button to return here!
