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Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy · HSN · Sensory Neuropathy · Hereditary Sensory Autonomic Neuropathy · HSAN
Acral Mutilation Syndrome is an inherited neurological disorder that affects the sensory nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals from the limbs to the brain. Because of this genetic defect, affected dogs cannot feel pain in their paws and lower legs. This lack of sensation leads to a loss of protective reflexes in these areas.
Symptoms typically appear in puppies between 3 and 12 months of age, starting with obsessive licking, biting, and chewing of their own paws. This self-destructive behavior quickly leads to severe, open wounds, infections, and the loss of claws or toes.
This condition is incurable, and because managing the self-mutilation is extremely difficult, euthanasia is often necessary. While temporary wound care, protective bandaging, and medications can cost between 1,000 and 5,000 EUR, they do not resolve the underlying neurological issue.
More conditions affecting the Head / nervous system.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
