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Eye diseases in Siberian husky dogs
1Armadale Veterinary Eye Hospital, Victoria.
Australian Veterinary Journal
|May 1, 1991
Summary
Ophthalmic examinations revealed common eye abnormalities in Siberian Huskies, including eyelid issues and iridocorneal angle malformations. Blue iris color was associated with these angle abnormalities, though severe glaucoma was rare.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Ophthalmology
- Canine Ophthalmology
- Ophthalmic Genetics
Background:
- Siberian Huskies are prone to various ocular conditions.
- Understanding the prevalence of these conditions is crucial for breed health management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document the prevalence of common ophthalmic abnormalities in Siberian Huskies.
- To investigate potential associations between specific traits and ocular conditions.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive ophthalmic examination was conducted on 40 Siberian Huskies.
- Procedures included direct/indirect ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, and nasolacrimal cannulation.
Main Results:
- Prevalence rates: distichia (20%), excessive medial caruncular hairs (25%), nasolacrimal puncta abnormalities (20%).
- Corneal opacities (5%) and lipidosis (5%) were also observed.
- Fifty percent exhibited iridocorneal angle abnormalities, with only one case requiring glaucoma prophylaxis.
Conclusions:
- Siberian Huskies frequently present with various ocular abnormalities.
- An association between blue iris color and iridocorneal angle malformation was identified.
- While iridocorneal angle issues are common, severe glaucoma requiring intervention is infrequent in this cohort.