Progressive rod-cone degeneration (PRCD-PRA)(PRA-prcd)
Also known as: prcd-PRA · Progressive rod-cone degeneration · Progressive Retinaatrophie prcd · PRCD-related progressive retinal atrophy · Progressive rod-cone degeneration, PRCD-related
Overview
What it is
This is an inherited eye disease where the light-sensitive cells in the retina, called rods and cones, slowly break down over time. The rods, which handle vision in dim light, degenerate first, followed by the cones, which are responsible for bright light and color vision. This gradual degeneration of the eye's sensory layer eventually leads to complete blindness.
How it presents
Owners typically first notice night blindness or difficulty navigating in the dark during early adulthood. As the disease progresses, daytime vision also deteriorates, usually leading to total blindness by middle age.
Treatment
There is currently no cure or treatment to stop this progressive vision loss. Veterinary costs generally range from 300 to 1500 EUR, which covers the initial specialist ophthalmology consultations, diagnostic testing, and supportive care to help the dog adapt.
How it's tested
PRA-prcd DNA-Test(PRA-prcd)
Primary testDNA testProgressive Retina-Atrophie (prcd-Variante). Autosomal rezessiv. Erkennt Anlageträger.
Issuing body: Optigen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Labogen-Panel)
DNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Labogen / Laboklin) — bündelt alle relevanten Erbkrankheiten der Rasse in einem Test.
Issuing body: Labogen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Feragen-Panel)
DNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Feragen, Österreich) — gleiches Konzept wie Labogen.
Issuing body: Feragen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Embark Breed + Health Panel(Embark)
DNA testUS-Anbieter; 250+ genetische Erkrankungen + Abstammung. Anerkennung in DE/AT variiert je nach VDH-Verein.
Issuing body: Embark
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
MyDogDNA Panel(MyDogDNA)
DNA testGenoscoper-basiertes Panel (Mars Petcare). 200+ Erkrankungen + Rassenkomposition.
Issuing body: MyDogDNA
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Affected breeds
20 of 20 breeds
BordoodleRecommended standard
CavapooRecommended standard
DoxiepooRecommended standard
German SpitzRecommended standard
Great SpitzMandatory testMandated by Verein für Deutsche Spitze e.V.
HavapooRecommended standard
JackapooRecommended standard
Labrador RetrieverMandatory testMandated by Labrador Club Deutschland e.V.
Medium PoodleMandatory testMandated by Deutscher Pudel-Klub e.V.
Miniature PoodleMandatory testMandated by Deutscher Pudel-Klub e.V.
Podengo PortuguêsMandatory testMandated by Deutscher Windhundzucht- und Rennverband e.V. (DWZRV)
Podengo Português (Small Wirehaired)Mandatory testMandated by Deutscher Windhundzucht- und Rennverband e.V. (DWZRV)
PoodleMandatory testMandated by Deutscher Pudel-Klub e.V.
Portuguese Podengo (Small Shorthair)Mandatory testMandated by Deutscher Windhundzucht- und Rennverband e.V. (DWZRV)
ShihpooRecommended standard
Standard PoodleMandatory testMandated by Deutscher Pudel-Klub e.V.
Toy PoodleMandatory testMandated by Deutscher Pudel-Klub e.V.
WhoodleRecommended standard
CorgipooAlso recommended
SheepadoodleAlso recommended
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment costs. Actual costs depend on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked questions
What is Progressive rod-cone degeneration (PRCD-PRA)?
This is an inherited eye disease where the light-sensitive cells in the retina, called rods and cones, slowly break down over time. The rods, which handle vision in dim light, degenerate first, followed by the cones, which are responsible for bright light and color vision. This gradual degeneration of the eye's sensory layer eventually leads to complete blindness.
How is Progressive rod-cone degeneration (PRCD-PRA) tested?
Tests currently in our database: PRA-prcd DNA-Test, Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Embark Breed + Health Panel, MyDogDNA Panel.
Which breeds are most affected?
Most commonly affected: Bordoodle, Cavapoo, Doxiepoo, German Spitz, Great Spitz, Havapoo, Jackapoo, Labrador Retriever.