Suze Kody Posted August 13, 2002 Report Share Posted August 13, 2002 I realize that this is off topic from the Border Collie angle, but if anyone has any information on dealing with Degenerative Myelopathy, (German Shepherd), I would appreciate your input. Thanks, Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trailrider Posted August 14, 2002 Report Share Posted August 14, 2002 In the Merck manual they mention it is most common in German Shepherds over 5 years, and other large breeds, may be hereditary, and has a poor prognosis. A friend who breeds Shepherds says it is difficult to determine whether it is the build up or the break down of the spinal column which contains the spinal cord. The dogs start with weak hind limbs, and the prognosis is poor since there is no treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suze Kody Posted August 14, 2002 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2002 Thank you for your reply. I do appreciate the information. -Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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