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What is IVDD?
Type 1 vs. Type 2 IVDD
Early calcification of discs
How common is IVDD?
The genetics of IVDD
Heritability
Dachshund conformation
Vertebral column length
Research
Cambridge research
Update: Spring 2023
Canine Genetics Centre
Danish IVDD paper 2019
Literature review 2018
Prevalence data
Grading scale - references
Open Access research papers
Other research papers
The Dachshund Spine - book
Potential future treatments
Screening for IVDD
YouTube Presentation
X-ray Scheme
Why X-ray screening?
What dogs are eligible?
UK Screening Results
UK Results Analysis
RKC Results Analysis 2026
What do the scores mean?
Screening locations
Can I use my own vet?
Myths about IVDD Screening
DNA Test for IVDD
Potential future options
Symptoms & Treatment
Symptoms
Clinical diagnosis
Getting the right diagnosis
Clinical IVDD grading scale
Questions to ask your vet
Other diagnoses
Conservative treatment
Home care information
Surgical treatment
Urinary Tract Infections
Recovery times
Chondroitinase Injection
Myelomalacia
Rehabilitation
The Rehab Vet - webinar videos
Claire Johnston - Rehab techniques
Will my dog recover?
Living with a Disabled Dog
Insurance
Lifestyle Advice
Body condition
Collar vs. Harness
Diet & Supplements
Exercise
Jumping & Stairs
Neutering
Research
Further analysis
UK Resources
The IVDD Handbook
Veterinary Referral Practices
Vet qualifications and specialist status
Additional Therapies
Support for dogs with IVDD
Downloads
Infographics
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Ernie's story
Flossie's story
Grishka's story
Lily's story
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Viivi's story
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Welcome
What is IVDD?
Type 1 vs. Type 2 IVDD
Early calcification of discs
How common is IVDD?
The genetics of IVDD
Heritability
Dachshund conformation
Vertebral column length
Research
Cambridge research
Update: Spring 2023
Canine Genetics Centre
Danish IVDD paper 2019
Literature review 2018
Prevalence data
Grading scale - references
Open Access research papers
Other research papers
The Dachshund Spine - book
Potential future treatments
Screening for IVDD
YouTube Presentation
X-ray Scheme
Why X-ray screening?
What dogs are eligible?
UK Screening Results
UK Results Analysis
RKC Results Analysis 2026
What do the scores mean?
Screening locations
Can I use my own vet?
Myths about IVDD Screening
DNA Test for IVDD
Potential future options
Symptoms & Treatment
Symptoms
Clinical diagnosis
Getting the right diagnosis
Clinical IVDD grading scale
Questions to ask your vet
Other diagnoses
Conservative treatment
Home care information
Surgical treatment
Urinary Tract Infections
Recovery times
Chondroitinase Injection
Myelomalacia
Rehabilitation
The Rehab Vet - webinar videos
Claire Johnston - Rehab techniques
Will my dog recover?
Living with a Disabled Dog
Insurance
Lifestyle Advice
Body condition
Collar vs. Harness
Diet & Supplements
Exercise
Jumping & Stairs
Neutering
Research
Further analysis
UK Resources
The IVDD Handbook
Veterinary Referral Practices
Vet qualifications and specialist status
Additional Therapies
Support for dogs with IVDD
Downloads
Infographics
Links
Owners' Stories
Digby's story
Ernie's story
Flossie's story
Grishka's story
Lily's story
Lincoln's story
Missy's story
Phoebe's story
Pippin's story
Teddy's story
Viivi's story
FAQs
Donate
Contact Us
Acknowledgements
Site visitor comments
Disclaimer
Privacy Notice
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