GENETIC STUDIES OF CHIARI-LIKE MALFORMATION WITH SYRINGOMYELIA (CM/SM) IN THE
CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL
REQUEST FOR DNA SAMPLES FROM DOGS AGED OVER 5
REQUEST FOR DNA SAMPLES FROM DOGS AGED OVER 5
August 09
Information about the progress of the genetic research can be found at http://veterinary-neurologist.co.uk/Syringomyelia/DNA_Research/.
The researchers are seeking DNA samples from cavaliers who are over 5 years of age, but preferably over 7, who have been MRI’d and do not have SM. They are also seeking samples from any close relatives that have also been MRI’d, for example siblings, half siblings and offspring. These dogs can be any age.
‘ORAGENE ANIMAL’ SALIVA KITS
‘Oragene Animal’ mouth mop kits are the swab to be used and provide a quick and easy method of collecting a saliva sample suitable for DNA extraction.
These are available from Dr Rusbridge, Fitzpatrick Referrals, Halfway Lane, Eashing, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 2QQ Telepehone 01483 423761 or email neuro.vet@btinternet.com