Analysis showing an association between CPT1A and cataracts in Northern breeds published
The Canine Genetics Centre has a successful track record investigating the genetic basis of inherited eye diseases in dogs. However, some eye diseases have been[…]
First genetic investigation of idiopathic epilepsy in the Italian Spinone published
We have recently published our preliminary genetic investigation of idiopathic epilepsy in the Italian Spinone breed in the peer-reviewed, open access journal, PLOS One. Jenkins[…]
Paper detailing Retinopathy with vitamin E deficiency (RVED) in English Cocker Spaniels has been published
In collaboration with James Oliver, head of ophthalmology at Dick White Referrals, we have been researching retinopathy with vitamin E deficiency (RVED) in the English[…]
First genetic investigation of a movement disorder in Norwich Terriers published
We have recently published our preliminary genetic investigation of paroxysmal dyskinesia (PxD), a movement disorder, that is prevalent in the numerically small Norwich Terrier breed[…]
A Focus on Eyes
Last month we told you about an eye disease variant we recently identified in the English Shepherd Breed. Today we wanted to give you a[…]
Recent Publications
Wade CM et al. Autosomal dominant primary hyperparathyroidism in the Keeshond dog breed is strongly associated with a missense variant in sirtuin-6. Anim Genet. 2025 Dec;56(6)
Ricketts SL et al. Common variants in the CPT1A gene are associated with cataracts in Northern breeds of domestic dog. PLoS One. 2025 Apr 4
Jenkins CA et al. Genome-wide association study of idiopathic epilepsy in the Italian Spinone dog breed. PLoS One. 2025 Mar 5
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