Skeletal Dysplasia 2

Body function:

Skeletal & Joint

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Skeletal dysplasia 2 is a genetic disorder affecting Labrador Retrievers caused by a mutation in the COL11A2 gene. It is a type of dwarfism known as disproportionate dwarfism, meaning the legs are truncated, whereas the body is normal size.

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List of affected breeds:

Genetic research has linked this gene and condition in the following breeds:

Labrador Retriever

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What does this mean for a dog with this trait?

Dogs with this condition require no special care or treatment.

Symptoms

Signs of skeletal dysplasia 2 include shortened and sometimes curved bones, especially in the front legs. Bones also often have wide ends. Skeletal dysplasia 2 does not affect the width or length of the body or size of the head.

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