Narcolepsy in Dogs: An Overview
Narcolepsy in dogs is a disorder of the neurological mechanisms that control sleep - especially the state of deep sleep, also known as rapid eye movement sleep (REM).
narcolepsy
A medical condition in which sleep comes uncontrollably
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Narcolepsy: This is a neurological disorder caused by the brain's inability to regulate wake-sleep patterns. A dog with narcolepsy may suddenly become sleepy and in fact fall asleep. Research for treatment is underway.
Minor concerns: vWD, demodicosis, osteosarcoma, narcolepsy, gastric torsion, CHD
Occasionally seen: albinism
Suggested tests: DNA for vWD, cardiac, (hip)
Life span: 10-12 years ...
Other occasionally seen conditions include hypothyroidism, PRA, and narcolepsy. There are no real major concerns that surround this breed. However, it is important to take good care of your pet and get the suggested tests.
Albinism
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Narcolepsy
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Major concerns: CVI (wobbler's syndrome), cardiomyopathy
Minor concerns: vWD, demodicosis, osteosarcoma, narcolepsy, gastric torsion, CHD
Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years
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Dog fainting may be the result of disorders like epilepsy, or of conditions like narcolepsy or cataplexy. There are dozens of diseases and conditions that can cause dog fainting. Some of the most common include: ...
for hip dysplasia, eye problems, cardiac issues, and DNA for vWD. Major Ò"ealth concerns thаt may arise аre gastric torsion, demodicosis, vWD, and osteosarcoma. Occasionally, minοr health problems sometimes include PRA, albinism, narcolepsy, ...
 See also: Doberman, Pinscher, Doberman Pinscher, Greyhound, German Pinscher
  
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