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10-18-2013, 06:06 PM | #1 |
Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md
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| Thyroid question Ok I have a question for all the breeders. When I was researching hypothyroidism because Callie was just put on medicine for it, one article said that it is something that can be passed down from there parents. Is that true? Is hypothyroidism something yall test for before breeding?
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10-18-2013, 07:07 PM | #2 |
Don't Litter Spay&Neuter Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So Cal
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| I'm pretty sure it is hereditary & can be tested for it, so yes breeders should test their breeding stock for hypothyroidism. My brother purchased his cocker spaniel puppies from a byb'er & one of 'em has it & needs to be on medication for life. He's doing well tho.
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