Pomeranians Australia

Core Tests(1/1)

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Pomeranians Australia conducts 1 out of 1 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Pomeranian.

Patellar Luxation

Physical Test

Dogs affected by patellar luxation have loose kneecaps that may pop in and out of the knee joint,… Read more

Pomeranians Australia conducts 4 additional tests available for the Pomeranian.

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.

Legg-Calve-Perthes

Physical Test

This is a painful disease of the femur bone in the hip joint. Affected dogs show painful arthritis-like signs even when young. It can occur in many small breed dogs. Currently there is no DNA test to screen for the suspected genetic cause. It is therefore recommended that small breed dogs have xrays before breeding to check for evidence of the condition.

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.