Sentences with phrase «as hereditary eye problems»

Examination of breeding stock should be done annually, until at least eight years of age and preferably longer, as hereditary eye problems can develop at varying ages.

Not exact matches

A Miniature Schnauzer should have it's eyes checked prior to choosing your pup, as they have a tendency toward hereditary eye problems.

* has spent a number of years studying and learning about their breed * is active in one or more breed clubs or similar groups and thus is in regular contact with other people in the breed * knows their breeding stock inside and out for several generations back * has an «eye for a dog» and has developed a detailed picture of the type of dog they're breeding toward * almost always compete in some in some sort of activity with their dogs (conformation, working activities, obedience etc.) so as to have a realistic idea of how their dogs compare to others of the same the breed * is knowledgable about the hereditary problems that occur in their breed and has the appropriate tests done prior to breeding in order to decrease the likelihood of their occurance in their pups * considers temperament important * is knowledgable about the mating and whelping of dogs in general, so as to minimize the chances of injury or death to the breeding dogs * is extremely concerned with the quality of the homes that their puppies are destinied for, to the point of not performing a breeding if they don't feel good homes will be available for the pups * never has more dogs of their own than they are properly able to care for * is willing and able to educate and build a relationship with their puppy buyers * is honest * uses spay / neuter contracts and / or limited registration to prevent the casual breeding of their puppies * is ALWAYS willing to take back a dog of their breeding if a puppy buyer can not keep it for any reason.

While debilitating eye problems are not common, breeders usually have their Cavaliers seen by board - certified veterinary ophthalmologists on a regular basis to screen for the possibility of hereditary eye disease such as retinal dysplasia, detachment, and cataracts.

Australian Cattle Dogs can have hereditary deafness and occasional eye problems such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy, or PRA.