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Originally Posted by Miasmommy  Question for breeders or those who know about Yorkie genetics:
I recently adopted a rescue Yorkie that has flesh colored eye rims and lips but a black nose. She has some itching and hairloss that the vet attributed to allergies, but in my research about allergies and skin issues I found out about the condition called Color Dilution Alopecia (CDA) and I am now afraid that it may be what my dog has. I would like to know two things:
1- Does the fact that she has flesh colored eye rims and lips mean she automatically has CDA?
2- She has some hairloss on her head which is blonde not blue. Does that rule out CDA?
Anything you know for sure about the condition may help in some way so I welcome your opinions and advice.
I honestly thought about returning her to the rescuer but my heart won't let me, so now it is all about helping her feel better (and if possible, look better too).
I will post pictures separately. |
Are you sure that her nose is a dark jet black and not dark blue? Dogs with color dilution alopecia usually have dark blue noses. The light color of her fur certain looks like this could be CDA. The blonde hair on the head does NOT rule out CDA. The mutation that causes CDA lightens the color of the hair and skin, but it does not change the hair color. There is genetic testing for CDA, so that is something that you should definitely look into. Here is a link for a company that does the testing. The cost of the test is $80:
https://www.pawprintgenetics.com/pro...s/49/?breed=53
Here is a link to an article about CDA. If you get a referral to a veterinary dermatologist, they will be able to do the necessary testing and let you know for sure if this is CDA. Good luck, and keep us posted!
Colour Dilution Alopecia - WikiVet