Lundehund Syndrome (Norwegian Lundehund)(LS)
Also known as: Lundehund Gastroenteropathy · Lundehund Enteropathy · Protein-losing enteropathy in Lundehunds · Lundehund-Gastroenteropathie · Intestinale Lymphangiektasie des Lundehunds · …
Overview
What it is
Lundehund syndrome is an inherited gastrointestinal disease caused by an autosomal-recessive genetic mutation. It leads to chronic inflammation of the intestinal lining, which prevents the body from properly absorbing nutrients. This inflammation causes a condition called protein-losing enteropathy, where essential proteins leak out of the bloodstream and into the digestive tract.
How it presents
The condition typically appears in young to middle-aged dogs, presenting as chronic or episodic diarrhea, vomiting, and significant weight loss. Owners may also notice a swollen belly caused by fluid accumulation in the abdomen.
Treatment
This is an incurable, lifelong condition that requires a strict, specialized diet and ongoing medical therapy to manage symptoms. Lifetime treatment and monitoring costs typically range from €3,000 to €12,000.
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 Lundehund Syndrome (Norwegian Lundehund)?
Lundehund syndrome is an inherited gastrointestinal disease caused by an autosomal-recessive genetic mutation. It leads to chronic inflammation of the intestinal lining, which prevents the body from properly absorbing nutrients. This inflammation causes a condition called protein-losing enteropathy, where essential proteins leak out of the bloodstream and into the digestive tract.
How is Lundehund Syndrome (Norwegian Lundehund) 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.