Sentences with phrase «defect for dogs of this breed»

For example, the German Shepherd Dog national breed club in Germany is a registry that recognizes that hip dysplasia is a genetic defect for dogs of this breed.

Not exact matches

Identifying the gene defect enables the identification of those dogs used for breeding that carry the defect, which, in turn, makes it possible to effectively eradicate the disorder from the entire breed.

If a dog or bitch produces offspring with the same serious defect detrimental to the animal's well - being, such as blindness, deafness, lameness or impairment of the vital functions, from two litters, the member owning that dog or bitch will refrain from further use of the animal for breeding and should consider spaying or neutering.

Free from the kinds of conformational defects that blight so many other breeds, Staffordshire Bull Terriers can be a good choice for a family prepared to make a commitment to socialise, and train their dog thoroughly.

Testing stock for hereditary defects common with the breed and titling the dogs to be bred in the showring eliminates any ideas of making a profit off the sale of puppies and no reputable breeder brings a litter into the world unless to keep a puppy from the litter.

A reputable breeder spends a great deal of time, effort and money showing their dogs, socializing their dogs, having their breeding dogs tested for genetic defects, and being very careful to place their puppies in permanent, loving homes.

[16] There have been extensive studies of these conditions, [17] commonly sponsored by breed clubs and dog registries, while specialised breed clubs provide information of common genetic defects for their breeds.

The item in the national club's code of ethics, «No dog which has a known physical defect that could be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the offspring or the breed in general should be used for breeding,» was and still is being routinely ignored by many Cavalier breeders.

I believe that only those dogs known to be free of serious, disqualifying, or genetic health defects should be used for breeding.

The USDA has not the slightest interest in... whether the breeder knows anything about his breed whether the dogs used for breeding look like their breed whether the dogs used for breeding act like their breed whether the dogs used for breeding are free of genetic health problems such as hip dysplasia, eye diseases, or heart defects — all of which show up long after you buy the puppy.

The legislation sets a limit of 50 breeding dogs confined in large - scale production facilities, provides basic humane care requirements and ensures protections for consumers that purchase a dog with a disease or congenital defect.

The popularization of dog shows for pure breeds, many with evident structural defects, has contributed to the genetic decline and suffering of many breeds of dogs, especially those of abnormal size and structure.

While there are specific faults and defects that are deal - killers for any responsible breeder, most need to be evaluated in the larger context of the breed, a breeding program, or the dog's collection of faults and virtues.

Checking dogs for these and other hereditary defects and breeding only clear dogs is important in ensuring the soundness of this breed.

All of my breeding dogs have passed OFA standards for heart, hips, elbows and eyes and are accompanied by a health guarantee that covers these genetic defects.

It was once believed that the breed was remarkably unaffected by genetic defects but it is now coming to light that breeding the dog for its small size may increase the incidence of hydrocephalus in puppies.

«Puppy mills often fail to screen breeding dogs for hereditary disorders and this results in generations of dogs with defects that can lead to painful lives and sometimes even early deaths,» Goodwin says.

Some of these dogs are then used for breeding and their offspring bring these defects deeper into the general population.

Mixed breed dogs have an average lifespan ranging from 7 years for dogs with many congenital health defects, up to 16 or 18 years for healthier breeds (making the «dog years» calculation a bit of a departure from rock solid science).

They see the diluted color as a «defect» in the dog's genes and one that ought to be bred out for the sake of purity.

A facility that breeds for profit with no regard for breed standard, genetically linked defects, socialization, temperament, or the overall health and welfare of the dogs in their breeding program.

(For more information about purebred dog breeds and genetic defects consult Dr. Padgett's book, «Control of Canine Genetic Disease.»)

Important Safety Information: The safe use of VETMEDIN has not been evaluated in dogs younger than 6 months of age, dogs with congenital heart defects, dogs with diabetes mellitus or other serious metabolic diseases, dogs used for breeding, or pregnant or lactating bitches.

Retire from breeding any sire or dam who is affected with or has produced offspring with a known hereditary health defect unless said dog is used for the express purpose of testbreeding.

Dogs used for breeding should be free of all defects - that's the definition of quality.

The best attempts at control are based on a grading scheme for identification of the defect and a breed policy of recording and publishing the results for as many dogs as possible.

Beyond the typical animal who may have Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy, heart murmurs, arrhythmias, valve defects, abnormal blood pressure, Heartworm Disease, and other conditions that affect the Cardiovascular system - «normal» animals who may be of a breed predisposed to cardiac problems (Bengal cats and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, or Dobermans Dilated Cardiomyopathy), a dog who has recovered from Heartworm infection, a cat with Hyperthyroidism who would be prone to developing a heart condition, or any animal that you desire to support Cardiovascular health for - CardioBoost is a wonderful consideration.

CCA believes that breeders should keep themselves informed in the areas of dog health and genetics and to carefully screen all breeding stock for hereditary faults or disqualifying defects, removing any questionable animals from their breeding program.

I didn't learn until much later that because of inbreeding and breeding for distorted physical features, approximately one in four purebred dogs suffers from serious congenital disorders such as crippling hip dysplasia, blindness, deafness, heart defects, skin problems and epilepsy.

Because quality is not a priority for cruel breeders, they don't bother to remove medically compromised dogs from their breeding stock, resulting in generation after generation of dogs with unchecked hereditary defects.