Edelevlek Dalmatians

Core Tests(2/2)

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Edelevlek Dalmatians conducts 2 out of 2 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Dalmatian.

Congenital Deafness (BAER)

Physical Test

Inherited deafness is common in specific breeds such as Dalmatians and Bull Terriers. Merle coat… Read more

Hip Dysplasia

Physical Test

These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess their ‘hip score’. Dogs with… Read more

Edelevlek Dalmatians conducts 6 additional tests available for the Dalmatian.

ARDS

Genetic Test

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a dangerous inflammatory lung condition. A genetic cause has been found in Dalmatians, which can be tested for with a blood test.

Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Physical Test

This is a type of hypothyroidism which can occur in any breed and can be caused by many different things. It is more common in some breeds compared to others, so in these breeds it is recommended that breeding dogs have a blood test to show they have normal thyroid levels at the time of breeding.

Elbow Dysplasia

Physical Test

These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess the quality of their elbow joints. Dogs with very low ‘elbow scores’ are less likely to develop elbow problems in the future and less likely to pass hereditary elbow problems on to their puppies.

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).

GCL

Genetic Test

Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy (GCL) is a genetic lysosomal storage disorder that causes neurological problems. It can affect several breeds including Cairn Terriers. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.

HUU

Genetic Test

Hyperuricosuria (HUU) is a genetic disease that causes a build-up of uric acid in the urine, predisposing to painful bladder and kidney stones. It can occur in a range of breeds. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this disease.