Central Asian Shepherd Dog (IMAGE) University of Helsinki Caption A novel gene defect that causes a hereditary blistering disorder of the skin, epidermolysis bullosa, was identified in dogs. Credit Hannes Lohi research group Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.