I've just heard of a dalmatian who's developed swellings on his paws. Tests are being done, but the vet apparently suspects Lupus, which has an hereditary element. Unfortunately this dal isn't KC registered, pedigree unknown, and the breeder's phone number is no longer active. Does anyone know how common this is in dogs, what is the treatment and prognosis?

Try this link to Vetinfo it's quite eye openning(I have lupus as does one of my close friends)

Thanks for that, Moonmaiden! I've passed the link on. :)

Hi J/G theres a very good group called CIMDA they`ve got a lot of info about lupus & other ai diseases, get in touch with Jo to join :)

[link]http://www.thepethealthportal.com/modules.php?name=News&file=print&sid=51[/link]

ps there may be something about it in Dodds notes

I've forwarded your link too, Christine. Many thanks! :)

Anytime J/G :)

Hers another link but cimda is the best group to join for info about it :)

http://www.provet.co.uk/health/diseases/sle.htm

CIMDAsupport-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

I totally agree Christine.... this list helped me (my sanity) and my girl, get the correct diagnosis, and bully my vets to listen... without these wonderful people I don't know where I would be.. Super group of knowledgable people.

Certainly are P/L :) I met Jo when she ran the seminar that J Dodds attended & thru that the group, I`ve learnt a lot thru them all :)

I know what you mean, I am still learning from the CIMDA folk, and keeping a lot of information (incase) I ever may need it (paws crossed I don't)..LOL

peilady
i  have problems with my 'bullies'
feet. Have you  got EBT's.
OMG is it a common problem i have researched 
everything. Never found anything about feet.But
my younger girl has bad feet, taken to  vet.
Hes not worried, she whelped 9 weeks ago he put
her bad feet down to not much exercise. But i dont
think so!

Mdacey

Sorry to hear about your poor bullies feet, sorry to say I have Sharpei not English Bullies :(