Recessive lethal has been theorized but may result from multigenic genetic liability influenced by an environmental insult. Gastric ulcers Erosion of the epithelial lining of the stomach. Heritability estimates ranging from low to high have been reported. Pelleted and finely ground diets, high unsaturated fats and low selenium in the diet, copper toxicity, and psychosomatic factors have been found to cause the problem. Slow clotting time.
Death results from slight wounds or from navel cord hemorrhage.
Known to be caused by mycotoxins in feed or vitamin K deficiency. One confirmed case of simple recessive inheritance. Humpback Crooked spine behind shoulder. Likely to have genetic cause but inheritance is unknown. Hydrocephalus Fluid on the brain.