Hydrocephalus in Pups

[carverbrittanys]

I am curious to know how many of you have had a Hydro Pup? I just recently had to euthanize one from my last litter. I know it is very common in toy breeds, but I am curious to know how many of you Brittany Breeders have had one. I know breeders don't like to talk about genetic abnormalities, but, if we are going to be educated about it, we can not just sweep it under the rug. We, as responsible, ethical breeders need to talk about it (JMHO).

Rest in peace Speedy, you are now out of pain.

He is on the right, sticking his tongue out.
Speedy (9/22/-08--11/11/08)

[kninebirddog]

wow sorry to hear that
though more noted in other breeds I can't find anything that would indicate being something brittanys are known for it does seem to be the smaller type breeds

by chance did you have any spinal fluid or blood sent to the UC Davis Brittany research Program

here is a little bit of info on it

www.marvistavet.com/html/hydrocephalus.html
www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+2109&aid=448

[carverbrittanys]

No, I did not. I thought about it, but with all the turmoil I was going through, it slipped my mind. I know, I am part of the problem, too.

[kninebirddog]

Not part of the problem

I understand wouldn't be a priority....I bet it was very emotional ..I would be tore up about it myself

[kikismom]

It is a condition more common in the Apple headed breeds such as Chihuahuas and Pommies. As hard as the decision was to make, rest assured that it was a decision of the utmost in humane kindness and love. Most Hydro pups don't make it very long anyways.

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