| Abstract: | Degenerative myelopathy was diagnosed in a donkey Equus asinus and a Welsh pony Equus caballus. Both equids were presented for gradually progressive incoordination. Neurologic examination revealed symmetrical weakness and ataxia which was much more prominent in the rear limbs than in the front limbs. Laboratory tests including a complete blood count, serum biochemistry, cerebrospinal fluid analysis and lateral cervical radiographs were performed in both equids and were unremarkable. Both equids were euthanized and microscopic examination of the spinal cords revealed diffuse neuronal degeneration, demyelination and neuraxonal dystrophy. |
