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Beatrice Ruggerone1,2, Marco Giraldi1,2, Saverio Paltrinieri1,2
1Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Milan, Milan, Italy.
Veterinary Clinical Pathology
|October 19, 2018
Summary
Breed-specific reference intervals (RIs) are needed for Shetland sheepdogs, particularly for glucose and cholesterol. General canine RIs were not fully applicable, highlighting the importance of tailored health monitoring for this breed.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Canine Health
- Clinical Pathology
Background:
- Canine breeds exhibit unique physiological traits affecting reference intervals (RIs).
- Shetland sheepdogs (SSs) show predispositions to conditions like hyperlipidemia and hypothyroidism.
- Breed-specific health assessments are often necessary for accurate diagnosis in SSs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the applicability of general canine RIs to Shetland sheepdogs (SSs).
- To establish breed-specific RIs for SSs where general RIs are inadequate.
- To investigate variations in SSs' health parameters based on sex, age, coat color, and use.
Main Methods:
- Sixty healthy, fasted Shetland sheepdogs underwent routine hematology and biochemistry analysis.
- The transference method compared SS results against general canine RIs.
- New RIs were generated following American Society of Veterinary Clinical Pathology guidelines when transference failed.
Main Results:
- The transference method validated 30 out of 38 RIs for SSs.
- Differences in glucose and total cholesterol RIs were noted, potentially due to breed peculiarities.
- No significant variations in RIs were found related to sex, age, coat color, or dog usage.
Conclusions:
- Breed-specific reference intervals are recommended for glucose and cholesterol in Shetland sheepdogs.
- General canine RIs may not be suitable for all parameters in SSs.
- Tailored diagnostic approaches are crucial for Shetland sheepdog health management.
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