Symptoms of SARDS in dogs All dogs with SARDS develop: Complete and permanent blindness over a rapid course (typically days to weeks) Stumbling Difficulty navigating at night A failure to track treats

In some cases, dogs with SARDS have a history of clinical signs consistent with Cushing’s disease. These signs include increased thirst, urination, and appetite, excessive panting, weight gain or obesity, and lethargy.

There are the following sards dog symptoms if your furry pup is experiencing difficulty in seeing or even facing complete blindness. Easily startled, dazed, and confused Eyes become cloudy and bumping Behavioral changes, anxiety, and hesitation Unwillingness to go and move up and down stairs Puffy, Swollen, or Inflamed eyes

Other signs of SARDS in dogs include: Symptoms Abrupt loss of vision Disorientation Pacing Getting “stuck” in corners or behind furniture Being “clingy” Avoiding stairs or refusing to walk off of curbs

The most common symptoms of SARDS in dogs are; Bumping into objects The dog doesn’t want to be away from their owner The dog is reluctant to walk up or down the stairs Decreased activity Standing in the same place The pupils will remain dilated instead of contracting when exposed to light