Addison's Disease
Symptoms of Addison's Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism):
- Vomiting
- Regurgitation and diarrhoea
- Weight loss
- Depression
- Weakness, shaking and shivering
- Increased drinking and urination
- Painful abdomen
These signs may have a gradual or sudden onset, or wax and wane, which sometimes makes it difficult for owners to assess how long their dog has been ill. The only way to confirm this disease is by carrying out an ACTH blood test.
I have heard that owners are amazed how, once diagnosed and treated their pet recover, some do have a few problems. I try and put the owner of a newly diagnosed dog in touch with an 'old hand', someone who has coped over the years with the problem. It helps to talk.
FURTHER INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM:
S.P.C. Health Administrator
MRS M. WINDEBANK
4 Quernmore Road
Bromley
Kent
ENCLOSING A S.A.E.
Inclusion of Affected Dogs for the Open Registry:
Names of affected dogs should be submitted on the Addison's Form to be completed by the owner of the dog. Included on the form will be the dog's K.C. name, number and names of Sire, Dam, Grandsires and Granddams. A copy of the veterinary certificate will also be necessary.
This Form can be downloaded here or it is available from the SPC Health Administrator at the above address.
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