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Cocker Specific Discussion => Genetics & Breeding => Topic started by: Louies Mum on February 12, 2003, 09:01:18 PM

Title: Deafness in blue Roans?
Post by: Louies Mum on February 12, 2003, 09:01:18 PM

I'm sorry to ask such a dumb question but......

Is deafness a common problem in Blue Roans?                    

Title: Deafness in blue Roans?
Post by: Jane S on February 12, 2003, 09:09:38 PM

No deafness is not a common problem in Cocker Spaniels but it is seen occasionally in puppies & research in the US shows it's more likely to be seen in particolours (not just blue roans) than in solids. Congential deafness is thought to be hereditary & is probably caused by a recessive gene, as is the case with so many genetic problems.

HTH

Jane