SARDS is Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome, which causes sudden blindness. Although currently there is no known cause or cure for this condition, we are sharing Shasta's story to spread awareness as we learn more about this disease. Just within the month of Shasta's diagnoses we have learned so much just by sharing stories of other dogs suffering with this condition we've been able to
draw similiarities to what may have caused the blindness and what types of treatment has helped each dog. Unfortunately the answers are not simple and therefore this page is to help others begin their own research, collaborate with others, ask questions and provide answers, along with supplying resources and most importantly to push the veterinarians and specialists for better answers and a cure for not just SARDS, but other illnesses as well. Shasta is currently blind, and even though this disease has undoubtedly inhibited her personality, she is still the beautiful and lovable dog that we will continue to support through this time challenging time in her life to help her adapt and possibly overcome this disease. We will be posting Shasta's story soon.
