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  2. Progressive retinal atrophy - Wikipedia

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    Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is a group of genetic diseases seen in certain breeds of dogs and, more rarely, cats. Similar to retinitis pigmentosa in humans, [ 1 ] it is characterized by the bilateral degeneration of the retina , causing progressive vision loss culminating in blindness.

  3. Scleral buckle - Wikipedia

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    A scleral buckle is one of several ophthalmologic procedures that can be used to repair a retinal detachment. Retinal detachments are usually caused by retinal tears, and a scleral buckle can be used to close the retinal break, both for acute and chronic retinal detachments. [citation needed] Scleral buckles come in many shapes and sizes.

  4. List of dog diseases - Wikipedia

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    Dogs are ten times more likely to be infected than humans. The disease in dogs can affect the eyes, brain, lungs, skin, or bones. [15] Histoplasmosis* is a fungal disease caused by Histoplasma capsulatum that affects both dogs and humans. The disease in dogs usually affects the lungs and small intestine. [16]

  5. Posterior vitreous detachment - Wikipedia

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    The risk of retinal detachment is the greatest in the first 6 weeks following a vitreous detachment, but can occur over 3 months after the event.. The risk of retinal tears and detachment associated with vitreous detachment is higher in patients with myopic retinal degeneration, lattice degeneration, and a familial or personal history of previous retinal tears/detachment.

  6. How to Keep Your Dog’s Mind Sharp: 16 Trainer-Approved Brain ...

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    2. Hollow Food Puzzles. As the name implies, these food puzzles are hollow, as they are meant to be filled with food. Their shape makes it challenging for dogs to extract the food, keeping them ...

  7. New Study Explains How to Help Preserve Senior Dogs' Brain ...

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    The AKC reports that one study found that 28% of dogs between 11 and 12 years of age have at least one sign of dog dementia, and that increased to 68% in dogs over 15 years of age.

  8. Retinal detachment - Wikipedia

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    Retinal detachments are divided into three main types based on their distinct causes. [6] Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment is caused by a tear or break in the retina. [6] [9] This allows vitreous humor, the fluid that normally sits in the center of the eye, to build up behind the retina.

  9. Sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome (SARDS) is a disease in dogs causing sudden blindness. It can occur in any breed, but female dogs may be predisposed. [ 1 ] Approximately 4000 cases are seen in the United States annually.