Fucosidosis in dogs
An inherited disease where a missing enzyme allows waste to build up in nerve cells, gradually damaging the brain and spinal cord. Affected dogs slowly lose coordination, balance and behaviour, and the condition is fatal.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Fucosidosis, including English Springer Spaniel. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 13.5 to 13.5 years.
Fucosidosis in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- neurological condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Fucosidosis is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Fucosidosis (1), ranked by health score
Related neurological conditions
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.