IVDD in Chondrodysplasic Breeds
- Lauren Hartley
- Apr 1
- 1 min read
Canine conditioning classes for IVDD prevention in Waterford.
To express interest in canine conditioning classes for IVDD prevention in Waterford, fill out the below form. These classes are intended for chondrodystrophic breeds (e.g. Dachshunds, Basset Hounds, Corgis, French Bulldogs, and Pekingese).
Why are daschunds prone to IVDD?
The mutation that causes short legs in daschunds also causes an abnormality in the biochemistry of the intervertebral discs (IVD). The intervertebral discs are are disc-shaped fibrous sacs fully of jelly-like material. They are found between the vertebrae and act as shock absorbers that allow flexibility in the back. In all breeds the discs degenerate as dogs get older. However, in Dachshunds this happens at a much earlier age. The degeneration can be seen on X-ray as calcification of the gel in the centre of the disc in Dachshunds as young as 12 to 18 months (Jensen and Ersboll, 2000). Symptoms of disc disease can appear soon after this.
- (Sainsbury & Dachshund Health UK., n.d.)
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