Cerebellar Ataxia(CA1)
Also known as: Kleinhirnataxie · Hereditäre Ataxie · Cerebelläre kortikale Degeneration · Progressive Ataxie
Overview
What it is
Cerebellar Ataxia is an inherited neurological disorder that affects the cerebellum, which is the part of the brain responsible for coordinating movement and balance. Due to an autosomal-recessive genetic mutation, nerve cells in this brain region progressively degenerate. This gradual loss of cells prevents the brain from properly controlling the body's movements.
How it presents
Symptoms usually appear during puppyhood or adolescence, starting with an unsteady, wobbly gait and difficulty balancing. Over time, owners will notice worsening coordination issues, head tremors, and frequent falling.
Treatment
There is no cure for this progressive condition, and care is focused on supportive management and diagnostic confirmation. Lifelong palliative care and initial diagnostics typically cost between 500 and 3000 EUR.
How it's tested
Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Labogen-Panel)
Primary testDNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Labogen / Laboklin) — bündelt alle relevanten Erbkrankheiten der Rasse in einem Test.
Issuing body: Labogen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Spinozerebellaere Ataxie (SCA) DNA-Test(SCA)
Primary testDNA testEin molekularbiologischer DNA-Test zum Nachweis der kausalen Mutation fuer die spinocerebellaere Ataxie beim Hund.
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
11 of 11 breeds
Mandatory testAmerican Staffordshire Terrier
Mandatory testFinnish Hound (Suomenajokoira)
RecommendedBelgian Malinois
RecommendedDrentsche Patrijshond
RecommendedHamiltonstövare
RecommendedJack Russell Terrier
RecommendedNorwegian Buhund
RecommendedNorwegian Elkhound (Gray)
RecommendedRatonero Valenciano
RecommendedWestphalian Terrier
RecommendedWirehaired Vizsla
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Cerebellar Ataxia?
Cerebellar Ataxia is an inherited neurological disorder that affects the cerebellum, which is the part of the brain responsible for coordinating movement and balance. Due to an autosomal-recessive genetic mutation, nerve cells in this brain region progressively degenerate. This gradual loss of cells prevents the brain from properly controlling the body's movements.
How is Cerebellar Ataxia tested?
Tests currently in our database: Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Spinozerebellaere Ataxie (SCA) DNA-Test, Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Embark Breed + Health Panel, MyDogDNA Panel.
Which breeds are most affected?
Most commonly affected: American Staffordshire Terrier, Finnish Hound (Suomenajokoira), Belgian Malinois, Drentsche Patrijshond, Hamiltonstövare, Jack Russell Terrier, Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Elkhound (Gray).