Kaha Kennels - Bull Terriers

Core Tests(1/1)

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Kaha Kennels - Bull Terriers conducts 1 out of 1 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Bull Terrier.

Kidney Disease

Genetic Test

Bull Terriers can suffer from a genetic form of kidney disease called Bull Terrier Polycystic… Read more

Kaha Kennels - Bull Terriers conducts 3 additional tests available for the Bull Terrier.

Heart Certificate

Physical Test

A heart certificate indicates that a breeding dog has been screened for heart disease such as DCM or MMVD. Auscultation alone is only accepted as a screening method if performed by a veterinary cardiologist or a GP vet certifying an OFA Basic Cardiac Screen. Echocardiography is an accepted screening method via GP or cardiologist.

Laryngeal Paralysis (LP)

Genetic Test

Laryngeal Paralysis (LP) is a disease causing partial or complete paralysis of one or both sides of the larynx in a dog’s throat. This can result in wheezing, collapse after exercise and difficulty breathing. In Bull Terriers and Miniature Bull Terriers there is a genetic cause of this disease which can be tested for with a DNA test.

Lethal Acrodermatitis (LAD)

Genetic Test

Lethal Acrodermatitis (LAD) is a serious genetic disease that can affect Bull Terriers and Miniature Bull Terriers. It causes severe skin lesions as well as immune system compromise, causing affected puppies to develop painful lesions on their face and feet which become easily infected. There is now a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.