Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Miniature Schnauzer, type 1(PRA)
Also known as: Miniature Schnauzer PRA Type 1 · Progressive Retinal Atrophy Type 1 · Type 1 PRA in Miniature Schnauzers · Progressive Netzhautatrophie Typ 1 · PRA-Type 1 · …
Overview
What it is
This is an inherited eye disease, also known as PRA B1, that affects Miniature Schnauzers. It causes the gradual breakdown of the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye that sends visual signals to the brain. Over time, this progressive degeneration leads to complete vision loss.
How it presents
Owners typically first notice night blindness, such as hesitating in dark rooms or bumping into objects at night, starting in early to middle adulthood. This slowly progresses to daytime vision loss and eventual blindness.
Treatment
There is no cure for this condition, and the resulting blindness is permanent. Lifelong management focuses on regular veterinary eye exams to monitor for secondary complications like cataracts, costing between €500 and €2,500.
How it's tested
ECVO Augenuntersuchung (DOK)(ECVO-DOK)
Primary testEye examAugenuntersuchung durch ECVO-zertifizierten Augentierarzt (Dortmunder Kreis). Erkennt PRA, Katarakt, Entropium, CEA, MPP, RD u.a.
Issuing body: ECVO
Result scheme: Eye-ECVO
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
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Miniature Schnauzer, type 1?
This is an inherited eye disease, also known as PRA B1, that affects Miniature Schnauzers. It causes the gradual breakdown of the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye that sends visual signals to the brain. Over time, this progressive degeneration leads to complete vision loss.
How is Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Miniature Schnauzer, type 1 tested?
Tests currently in our database: ECVO Augenuntersuchung (DOK), 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.