Investigation of the allele frequency of the G>A intron 10 ADAMTS17 mutation causing primary lens luxation in the Portuguese Podengo breed.

Objective: To establish the allele frequency of the PLL-causing G>A intron 10 ADAMTS17 mutation in the Portuguese Podengo population in the UK and investigate a possible correlation between the mutation and short stature.

Methods: Two groups of dogs (Group 1 and Group 2) were recruited for the purpose of the study. Group 1 (n = 40) consisted of dogs which were genotyped only and Group 2 (n = 42) consisted of dogs which were genotyped, underwent a full ophthalmological examination and also had their height measured at the withers.

The diagnostic yield of advanced imaging in dogs with Horner's syndrome presenting with and without additional clinical signs: A retrospective study of 120 cases (2000-2018).

Purpose: To evaluate the diagnostic yield of advanced imaging in dogs with Horner's syndrome (HS) both with and without additional clinical signs.

Methods: Retrospective review of clinical records from a UK referral hospital (2000-2018). Cases were excluded if HS was trauma- or surgery-related and if no advanced imaging with MRI or CT was performed.

Melting corneal ulcers (keratomalacia) in dogs: A 5-year clinical and microbiological study (2014-2018).

Objectives: To identify bacterial microorganisms associated with canine keratomalacia, review their antimicrobial sensitivity, and evaluate clinical outcomes compared to results of microbial culture.

Methods: Retrospective analysis of clinical records of dogs diagnosed with a melting corneal ulcer presented to a referral hospital in Hertfordshire, UK between 2014 and 2018.

Results: One hundred and ten melting corneal ulcers were sampled in 106 dogs.