It has been recognized in other terrier breeds and in Boxers, Labs, Great Danes and Dobermans. It usually shows up before 10 months of age. Affected dogs have difficulty chewing and swallowing and may drool as a result of this. There can be great pain on opening the mouth but some dogs do not seem as pained as others. There is often fever accompanying this disorder.
Weight loss can occur from the difficulty in eating.
X-rays show excessive bone production, sometimes very severe. He is about 5 months old . He doesn't seem to be in pain . He has had one grouth removed but it grew back . Please send me information on this if you have any .