Myelopathy in dogs
Any disease affecting the spinal cord that disrupts the nerve signals travelling between the brain and body. It typically causes weakness, wobbliness, loss of coordination in the limbs and, in advanced cases, paralysis.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Myelopathy, including Afghan Hound. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 11.1 to 11.1 years.
Myelopathy 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, Myelopathy 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 Myelopathy (1), ranked by health score
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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.