Eyes
This section includes resources related to testing /evaluation of eyes and managing canine eye health.
5 articles in this category
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The genetics of eye disorders in the dog Lay summary "Inherited forms of eye disease are arguably the best described and best characterized of all inherited diseases in the dog, at both the clinical and molecular level and at the time of writing 29 different mutations have been documented in the scientific literature that are associated with an inherited ocular disorder in the dog. The dog has already played an important role in the identification of genes that are important for oc- This review summarises the mutations that have been associated with inherited eye disorders in the dog. The genetics of eye disorders in the dog
Cathryn S. Mellersh
Canine Genetics and Epidemiology 2014, 1:3 doi:10.1186/2052-6687-1-3
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"I don't regret what we did at Crufts", says KC chairman at eye seminar - A personal report from Simon Parsons Dog World Article: Seminars on eye conformation, arranged by the Kennel Club: Professor Sheila Crispin presented her illustrated talk (documents provided above) on the various deviations from normality which exists in canine eyes. Author: Simon Parsons. Created: 18/07/2012 See the Dog World article in Downloads Additional reading on dise- Other articles on eye conditions and increasing owner awareness of problems that are a threat to the health and welfare of dogs.
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British Veterinary Association (BVA): Eye Scheme http://www.bva.co.uk/Canine-Health-Schemes/Eye-scheme/ "The BVA screening programme for hereditary eye disease in dogs is run in conjunction with the Kennel Club and the International Sheep Dog Society." The Scheme now covers 12 hereditary eye conditions in over 50 breeds. The main purpose of the Scheme is to ensure that there is no evidence of hereditary eye disease in dogs used for breeding." Check out the CHS EYE DISE- Hereditary eye conditions information | schemes for eye disease control in breeding dogs | links
Including from: The British Veterinary Association; Orthopedic Association for Animals (OFA)
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These presentations provide graphic rich illustrations of the adnexa - structures and tissues around the eye - and highlight the variability across breeds, based on, e.g. anatomy and conformation and physical characteristics of the breed / dog. The authors have defined 'Critical Control Points', visible to essentially any observer, that define the stage at which the condition of the adnexa becomes or creates a health or welfare concern. It should be born in mind that there are many health concer- Managing canine eye health - articles and resources for breeders, owners, veterinarians and organizations... PRESENTATION: Eye Health in Dogs
Authors: Berit Wallin Håkansson, Text and illustrations, Sheila Crispin, Photographs and concept, Nils Wallin Håkansson, Photographs, concept"Introduction
This text is a compilation of the long experiences of three Veterinary Ophthalmologists (DECVO). It explains different eye and adnexal problems in dogs that are the immediate result of breeding towards exaggerated breed typical features."
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Prepared by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists - the Blue Book 2017 edition of this document has been prepared in PDF format. This document contains term definitions, breed specific recommendations, statistics. The 2017 version contains updated breed pages, and statistics on exams through the end of 2016. Ocular Disorders presumed to be inherited in purebred dogs Bluebook-V10-2017 Bluebook-V12- 2021 https://ofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/- Ocular disorders, proven or presumed to be inherited in purebred dogs, have been a topic of intense dialogue by Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) for many years. UPDATED 9-7-2022
