Aurora Wolf Rough Collies

Core Tests(2/4)

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Aurora Wolf Rough Collies conducts 2 out of 4 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Collie (Rough).

CEA

Genetic Test

Canine/Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), also known as ‘Choroidal Hypoplasia’ (CH), is a genetic disease… Read more

Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)

Genetic Test

This is a disease affecting the spinal cord of older dogs, initially causing wobbliness and… Read more

Aurora Wolf Rough Collies conducts 7 additional tests available for the Collie (Rough).

Dermatomyositis

Genetic Test

This is a genetic disease affecting the skin, muscles and blood vessels. It can occur in various Collie breeds. There is a DNA "risk assessment" test available to determine if a breeding dog is low, moderate or high risk, to help breeders with breed pairings and matings.

Eye Certificate

Physical Test

An eye certificate means the breeder has had their breeding dogs examined by a veterinary ophthalmologist, to confirm they are not affected by any eye conditions which may be passed down genetically to their puppies. If relevant for the breed, it also includes running DNA tests to confirm the dog is not a genetic carrier of hereditary eye diseases, such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA). It includes breeders who have participated in the Australian Canine Eye Scheme (ACES).

Grey Collie Syndrome

Genetic Test

Also known as Canine Cyclic Neutropaenia, Grey Collie Syndrome is a stem cell disorder causing dangerously low white blood cell counts in affected Collies. It is accompanied by a much lighter coloured coat than usual. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.

MDR1

Genetic Test

The MDR-1 gene (Multi-drug Resistance Gene 1) is responsible for producing proteins that protect the brain from harmful chemicals. Some breeds have a mutation in this gene resulting in them being dangerously sensitive to certain chemicals and drugs. It is recommended to test these breeding dogs for the MDR-1 mutation, so they do not pass on the sensitivity to their puppies.

PRA

Genetic Test

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration of the retina and eventually, blindness. There are a variety of sub-types of PRA, which can occur in various breeds. There are various DNA tests available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.

RIPD

Genetic Test

Recurrent inflammatory pulmonary disease (RIPD) is a rare disease affecting Collies. It causes recurrent respiratory illness, with coughing, nasal discharge, and shallow breathing. Affected dogs often respond to veterinary treatment but signs may recur in the future and require life-long therapy. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.

VWD

Genetic Test

Von Willebrand’s Disease (VWD/vWD) is a genetic bleeding disorder caused by a lack of a specific clotting factor. There are three forms of the disease, types 1, 2 & 3. A DNA test is available for each type of VWD to identify whether a breeding dog is a carrier or might be affected. The severity of VWD varies widely between breeds and individuals, ranging from life threatening, through to having no impact on clotting ability.