Glen of Imaal Terrier: Bregorrey Glens - Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) and Aortic Stenosis (AS)

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Most pedigree breeds of dog have some health problems that can be carried through the generations and the Glen of Imaal Terrier is no exception. This page introduces two hereditary disorders, Progressive Retinal Atrophy and Aortic Stenosis. Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is now well-documented in this breed. However, aortic stenosis (AS) is a new "issue" and the reason for discussing it on this website is to encourage owners to participate in a breed survey to identify any Glens with a heart murmur.

Please scroll down the page for a brief "overview" of these health issues and links to further information.

PROGRESSIVE RETINAL ATROPHY

	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is an inherited eye disease, now known to affect some Glen of Imaal Terriers. Affected Glens will eventually lose their sight.
	~	PRA and the Glen Specific breed information about PRA and eye testing.
	~	Progressive Retinal Atrophy General information about PRA and its mode of inheritance.
	~	PRA Pedigrees Discussion about breeding issues concerning the Glen and PRA.

AORTIC STENOSIS

Aortic stenosis (AS) is a defect of the aortic valve, which causes a partial obstruction of blood flow from the heart. This hereditary defect may be mild and not affect the quality or longevity of the dog's life, or it may be severe and result in symptoms of exercise intolerance and syncope (fainting). It is also one of the causes of sudden death.
~	AS and the Glen Specific breed information about AS and the breed survey.
~	Aortic Stenosis General information about aortic stenosis.