Ticking(T)
Also known as: T-Locus · Tüpfelung · Sprenkelung · Ticked coat pattern · Mit Tüpfeln · …
Overview
What it is
Ticking is a harmless genetic coat pattern where small, colored spots develop within the white areas of a dog's coat. This trait is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, meaning a dog only needs one copy of the gene to show the pattern. It affects only the pigment-producing cells in the skin and hair follicles, having no impact on the dog's physical health or internal organ systems.
How it presents
Puppies are typically born with solid white patches, with the small colored spots beginning to appear within the first few weeks to months of life. Owners will notice these speckles gradually darkening and becoming more defined as the puppy grows.
Treatment
Because this is a natural and harmless coat variation rather than a medical condition, no treatment is required. There are no associated healthcare costs, resulting in a lifetime treatment cost of 0 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
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
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Ticking?
Ticking is a harmless genetic coat pattern where small, colored spots develop within the white areas of a dog's coat. This trait is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, meaning a dog only needs one copy of the gene to show the pattern. It affects only the pigment-producing cells in the skin and hair follicles, having no impact on the dog's physical health or internal organ systems.
How is Ticking tested?
Tests currently in our database: Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Embark Breed + Health Panel, MyDogDNA Panel.
Which breeds are most affected?
This condition isn't tied to a specific breed in our database.