What is Ataxia?
What is Ataxia? The term ataxia is derived from the Greek meaning “without order”. Ataxia refers to a lack of normal coordination of movement. There are different types of ataxia, but we are focusing on…
Two Types of Ataxia
There are two types of ataxia in the Jack Russell Terrier, Cerebellar Ataxia and Spino-Cerebellar Ataxia, also referred to as SCA. These are two different genetic diseases, and at this time, we only have a…
Ataxia from a Breeders Standpoint
For those who have never experienced the tragedy of spinocerebellar (late onset) ataxia, I would like to tell my experiences. My litter (of 3) were born healthy with no whelping problems, but at 9 wks…
Spinocerebellar Ataxia with Myokymia: Facts
Ataxia: JRTs can be affected with Cerebellar Ataxia OR Spinocerebellar Ataxia. Not both. It is not the norm for an entire litter of 4 to be affected with ataxia. Usually its one or two… but,…
Spinocerebellar Ataxia Mutation Found
The Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA) Mutation has been found. A test is now available. See the testing page for more information. For more information on SCA, please visit the Diseases page. Related Articles Ataxia from a…