by Saija Tenhunen | 2013, Aug, Sun | -Research |
Before we can understand the health situation of Akitas, we need to understand basic genetics. Genes and autoimmune problems Genes make all living organisms, including man, work. I could explain about genes, alleles, and genomes but let’s keep this very simple....
by Saija Tenhunen | 2013, Jul, Sat | -Research |
Wohoooo! Finally they have found gene what is connected to the dog allergies/atopy! We might get gene test at some point! Best news in long long time Here you can read about...
by Saija Tenhunen | 2013, Mar, Wed | -Research |
The dog genetics group in University of Helsinki Autoimmune diseases have to do with an individual’s defense mechanisms. In an autoimmune disease the body’s immune system attacks its own tissue considering it harmful. These diseases often have a hereditary...
by Saija Tenhunen | 2012, Dec, Mon | RAJ - Atopic Dermatitis |
Summer 2012 at 12,5 years old. Doing quite well with the allergies Raj’s first symptoms started at summer 2004 when he started to bite and lick his front legs and groin. First it was diagnosed as slight infection and symptoms were gone at the autumn Most likely his...
by Saija Tenhunen | 2012, Dec, Mon | RAJ - Atopic Dermatitis |
Everyday name of dog: Raj Name on pedigree: Ängsmyrens Yori No Kogawe Registration number: ER19467/00, S16796/2000 Date of birth: 30.1.2000 Date of death: – Japanese, America Akita or Blend (Any type of “Akita”):Japanese Parents (full...
