Cone Degeneration (Shepherd/Arctic Breed Type)

Category:

Ophthalmologic - Associated with the eyes and associated structures

Gene:

CNGB3

Variant Detected:

complete deletion

Severity:

Low-Moderate. This disease can cause some discomfort and/or dysfunction in the affected animal. It does not generally affect life expectancy.

Mode of Inheritance:

Autosomal Recessive

Associated Breed(s):

Alaskan Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Australian Shepherd, Miniature American Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, Siberian Husky,