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Progressive Retinal Atrophy: The Inherited Blindness Affecting 100+ Dog Breeds

Daniel 09 May 2026 3 min read 110 views 0 comments Premium

Progressive retinal atrophy is not one disease but a family of inherited retinal conditions that all end the same way — the light-sensing cells in the retina gradually break down until the dog loses its sight. It has now been documented in over 100 breeds, which makes DNA testing before breeding far more relevant than most owners realise.How PRA De...

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