W. Jean Dodds, DVM

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Introduction

Hypothyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder of canines, and up to 80% of cases result from autoimmune (lymphocytic) thyroiditis. The heritable nature of this disorder poses significant genetic implications for breeding stock. Thus, accurate diagnosis of the early compensatory stages of canine autoimmune thyroiditis leading up to hypothyroidism affords important genetic and clinical options for prompt intervention and case management. Continue reading Thyroid Disease and Autoimmune Thyroiditis

FAQs: THYROID DIAGNOSTICS & TREATMENT
W. Jean Dodds, DVM
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Q. When do classical clinical signs of canine hypothyroidism appear  ?
A.  The classical clinical signs with low thyroid values occur only after 70% or more of thyroid tissue has been destroyed or damaged. Other clinical and behavioral changes can present during the early phase. Continue reading Thyroid Diagnosis & Treatment