Fanconi is a condition, especially common in Basenjis, where the renal tubules of the kidney begin to fail to do their proper job of resorbing nutrients. Without treatment, the internal organs begin to falter and the dog will ultimately die. Fortunately there is a simple test that owners can do at home that can provide an early warning. Fanconi can be confused with other diseases so additional tests are needed to verify a diagnosis.
What is Fanconi Syndrome?
A description of Fanconi's symptoms, identification, treatment and support
group contacts.
Life with a Fanconi-Afflicted Dog
The story of Sheba, a Fanconi-afflicted Basenji, and Betsy Poglase's
experience with treatment. Betsy shares her wealth of knowledge and tips for
dealing with the symptoms of Fanconi.
Hank Has Fanconi - Finding Out, Handling It and
Hank's Fanconi Syndrome - Two Years Later These two
articles were written by Cheryl Silver about her experiences in discovering and treating her dog Hank's
Fanconi Syndrome. The first article, Hank Has Fanconi, was nominated for an award in 2002 by the
Dog Writers' Association of America.
Thoughts about Fanconi Syndrome “Probable Affecteds” Cheryl Silver's thoughts on useful preparation techniques that that can help you manage if your dog develops Fanconi.
If you suspect Fanconi
This article tells you how to find out if your dog has
Fanconi, and the supplements you can start as soon as you have
a confirmed diagnosis.
Who is Dr. Gonto?
Based on experiences with his own dog, Dr. Gonto developed the
supplement treatment that is now the Fanconi Syndrome Veterinary
Protocol and has been widely used by veterinarians.
Pill Hiding Ideas
Can't get your dog to take those pills? The Fanconi dogs
e-mail support group may be able to come to your rescue with a
lot different ideas to tempt your furry friend.
Fanconi Disease Management Protocol
Follow the supplementation recommended in this protocol to replace the
buffers (the bicarbonate that keeps the blood from becoming too acidic and damaging internal organs),
protein, vitamins, minerals and amino acids spilled from the defective kidneys.