Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Dogs and other animals are afflicted with the degenerative eye condition known as progressive retinal atrophy (PRA). The retina, the neurosensory component in the rear of the eye that transmits images to the brain, is impacted by PRA, according to the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO). A genetic condition called PRA can be transferred from parents to children. The disorder slowly degenerates the retina, causing progressive vision loss that may finally result in total blindness. Sadly, there is currently no treatment for PRA. The disease’s progression can still be slowed down, and the quality of life for affected animals can be improved with specific therapies and management techniques.
Commonly affected breeds:
- Akita
- Miniature longhaired Dachshund
- Papillon
- Tibetan Spaniel
- Tibetan Terrier
- Samoyed
- Poodle
- English Cocker Spaniel
- American Cocker Spaniel
- Labrador Retriever
- Portuguese Water Dog
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever
- Australian Cattle Dog
- American Eskimo Dog
- Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever[1]