Goldens are checked
for hereditary eye problems at a nominal fee.
Not exact matches
Reputable breeders of Siberian Huskies will screen
for hereditary diseases, in particular
eye and hip
problems, and only breed dogs which are clear of these.
There are other
hereditary conditions that may exist in the puppies that can be tested
for: VonWillebrands (a blood disease), PRA (an
eye problem), and thyroid level.
* 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.
Annual examination by a board certified veterinary ophthalmologist is recommended
for the lifetime of any dog that has been bred, because
hereditary eye problems can develop at varying ages.
The parents of any pups should receive OFA screens
for the dysplasia and CERF screens to uncover
hereditary eye problems.
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.
For now, Pomskies haven't registered too many
hereditary health
problems, being prone only to
eye disorders (common with both parent breeds), aller g ies and skin
problems.
How many REPUTABLE breeders test their dogs»
eyes for hereditary problems?