anal furunculosis

[jasmin26]

does anyone know anything about this condition? my 8 yr old GSD has just been diagnosed with it. any advice or info would be great. thanks

[lankeela]

So sorry to hear this. Here is a link to some information on research being done on this condition, and they desperately need blood samples from affected dogs to help them to track the gene responsible.

http://www.ourdogs.co.uk/News/2008/Mar2008/New s070308/gsd.htm

Also mentioned in the article is the GSD Information Group
and if you google this you will find a contact email for Dorothy Cullum, who will be able to give you lots of information and support. Please do get in touch, this is a dreadful condition and the experiences of others may help you and your dog.

[lankeela]

Another article which is very useful.

http://www.videxgsd.com/Anal_Furunc_1.htm

[lankeela]

GSD Information Group have a seminar on 4th October at which one of the subjects will be anal furunculosis. Hope your dog is getting on ok.