Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) known as an incurable lung development disorder was described in young Dalmatian dogs. The main clinical symptoms are progressive tachypnoea and noisy respiration leading to a severe respiratory distress, characterized by strenuous and rapid respirations, together with cyanosis and vomiting. First clinical signs start at 5 – 10 months of age and cause death or euthanasia of the affected puppies in 1 – 6 weeks.

Inheritance: autosomal recessive - read more

Mutation: ANLN gene

Genetic test: The method used forgenetic testing is extremely accurate and allows complete differentiation between affected animals, carriers and healthy dogs. DNA testing can be done at any age.

Disease control: read more

DNA test sample: EDTA whole blood (1.0 ml) or buccal swabs. Detailed information about sampling can be found here.