Chondrodysplasia of Texel sheep - a new disease of suspected genetic aetiology

Extract A chondrodysplasia characterised by dwarfism and varus deformity of the forelimbs has been recognised over four seasons in Texel and Texel-cross lambs on three related properties. Affected lambs appear normal at birth, but by 2 weeks of age have reduced growth rate, shortened neck and legs,...

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Published in:New Zealand veterinary journal 2003-02, Vol.51 (1), p.45-46
Main Authors: Thompson, KG, Blair, HT, Linney, LE, West, DM
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Extract A chondrodysplasia characterised by dwarfism and varus deformity of the forelimbs has been recognised over four seasons in Texel and Texel-cross lambs on three related properties. Affected lambs appear normal at birth, but by 2 weeks of age have reduced growth rate, shortened neck and legs, varus forelimb deformities and a progressive reluctance to walk. Most die within the first 4 months of life. Some affected lambs have had normal co-twins.
ISSN:0048-0169
1176-0710
DOI:10.1080/00480169.2003.36335