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Cataracts

This is the loss of normal transparency of the eye's lens. The opacity is usually white but may also give bluish white cast to the lens behind the pupil. A cataract can be singular or multiple, of any size or shape and may affect the entire lens. The degree of vision impairment is determinded by the size and location of the cataract within the  lens. While most cataracts are considered to be inherited, some may result from trauma to the eye or from  metabolic disorders such as diabetes. Congenital (present at birth) cataracts may or may not be inherited and  generally do not progress to blindness. Most hereditary forms of cataract occur in dogs under the age of 5 years.  Senile cataracts in older dogs are quite common and are considered to be the result of the aging process. Like any  other ocular abnormality, cataracts can be confirmed by an ophthalmological exam. In general, Swissy breeders  will not breed a dog with cataracts unless trauma has been clearly established as the cause of the condition.

Distichiasis and Entropion

Entropion (eyelid rolled inward), Distichiasis (extra eyelashes or row of lashes growing from the lid margins): If present in acute clinical form,  both conditions can cause irritation to and possibly damage the cornea. Signs of these defects are excessive tearing, ocular discharge and squinting. Clinical entropion and distichiasis can be very successfully corrected by surgery. While these hereditary conditions are present in Swissys, they are often so minor that they do not present any clinical evidence. This applies in particular to distichiasis. Many Swissys have extra eyelashes  which are only apparent upon careful examination of the inside of the eyelids. Like with all ocular abnormalities,  Swissys can be screened for these most frequently occuring defects and registered with the Canine Eye RegistrationFoundation (CERF).

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Janelle Kaiser
Cell: (765) 479-2893
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Lafayette, IN 47905
​janelle@senecaswissys.com


AKC Breeder of Merit of Champion Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs
At Seneca we focus on producing structurally sound Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs with excellent temperaments. Our swissies conform to the AKC breed standard, shine in the show ring, perform in working events, and most of all make wonderful family members. Seneca Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs is located in the heart of the Midwest just an hour north of Indianapolis and two hours south from the Chicago metro area.

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AKC Breeder of Merit
AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T Program
AKC Breeder Directory
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America
Lake Shore Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club
Greater Lafayette Kennel Club
Crooked River Swissy Club
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America Breeder of Achievement

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