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Originally Posted by Tami Haupricht  Thanks Misty! Sadly I am told that puppies that exhibit this genetic disorder are sometimes euthanized...they require additional care...but I couldn't bear to think of life without my Zombie.  Would like to meet others that face this additional challenge. |
Sorry I keep coming back to this but I am a researcher
so my curiosity and your comment re: euthanasia and additional care motivated me to learn more.
This site
MLPH Genotype?Melanin Phenotype Correlation in Dilute Dogs offers more info re the phenotype of CDA and what the relationship is in terms of care. From what I can tell, it appears that there is some follicular build up as a result of the condition in SOME breeds but nothing which is fatal. Obviously, any dog with any sort of condition such as CDA should not be bred as CDA is as a result of a gene mutation.
Have you spoken to your vet about what additional care may be required? From what I can tell, the most severe cases of CDA results in skin lesions which can be treated. Therefore,
I think it is vital that you do not get the condition "blue born" and CDA confused and a vet should be able to put your mind to ease if you are confused by any confliction info/opinions re: these conditions.