American Toy Terrier
Hereditary Ataxia · Spinocerebellar Degeneration · Late-Onset Spinocerebellar Ataxia · SCA with Myokymia
Spinocerebellar ataxia is an inherited neurological disorder affecting the dog's nervous system, specifically the spinal cord and the cerebellum, which is the brain region responsible for coordinating movement. Over time, the nerve cells in these areas degenerate and fail to communicate properly. This results in a progressive loss of control over bodily movements.
Symptoms usually become visible in puppies between 2 and 9 months of age, starting with a wobbly, uncoordinated gait and difficulty balancing. As the disease progresses, owners may also observe muscle tremors and seizures.
There is no cure for this condition, and therapy is limited to supportive care to maintain quality of life. Lifetime costs for supportive care and diagnostics typically range from 500 to 2500 EUR, though humane euthanasia is often eventually required as the disease worsens.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
More conditions affecting the Head / nervous system.
