Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Syndrome (ALPS) in the Boerboel Click here for more information and to order now!
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Copper Storage Disease in Labrador Retrievers: How Common Are the Genetic Variants? Copper storage disease (copper toxicosis, CT) is a disorder of copper metabolism in which excess copper accumulates in the liver. This can cause chronic liver inflammation (hepatitis) and, over time, lead to severe liver damage. Since the disease often goes unnoticed for a […]
🦠 New at LABOKLIN: PCR test for amdoparvoviruses in dogs Amdoparvoviruses are primarily known as the causative agents of Aleutian disease in mustelids, but they can also infect canids. In March 2026, a novel outbreak of raccoon dog and fox amdoparvovirus (RFAV) among Doberman Pinschers in Serbia was reported. Meanwhile, the first reports have also […]
LABOGenetics XXL for Dogs/Cats, or maybe the Breed Package instead? Anyone planning to have their dog or cat undergo genetic testing often faces the question: Is the comprehensive LABOGenetics XXL screening the right choice, or is a tailored breed-specific package a better option? Both test formats take different approaches and offer specific advantages depending on […]
Traveling Safely with Your Dog: An Overview of Pathogens in Popular Vacation Destinations The travel season is really picking up now, and many dogs are accompanying their owners on vacation. However, depending on the destination, various pathogens —such as Leishmania, Babesia, or heartworms—may be present, posing a health risk to dogs. That is why it […]
Update: DLA Classification Now Includes Specific Preventive Care Recommendations DLA (Dog Leukocyte Antigen) typing provides a genetic insight into your dog’s immune system. The DLA genes encode proteins that recognize foreign substances and present them to the immune system in order to trigger a targeted immune response. However, errors in distinguishing between the body’s own […]
When Worms Are a Problem: Deworming vs. Fecal Testing for Dogs and Cats Every dog and cat is at risk of becoming infected with worms. In Central Europe, roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms are the most common intestinal parasites. Some of these migrate from the intestine through other organs in the body. In addition, lungworms are […]
