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… Read More »What is Ataxia?
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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… Read More »Two Types of Ataxia
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… Read More »Ataxia from a Breeders Standpoint
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… Read More »Spinocerebellar Ataxia with Myokymia: Facts
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,… Read More »Spinocerebellar Ataxia Mutation Found