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Originally Posted by MyFairLacy  No, I'm not considering breeding. I just want to know what to ask and what to look for in any breeders I'm considering buying from in the future. Yorkies have so many health issues...I want to try to make sure none of my future dogs have any major health issues. I've always been fascinated with showing...I think it sounds like so much fun...but I don't really want to breed. I might be interested in showing one day, but I'd have a lot to learn...so for now I just want to focus on buying the best pets I can and making sure they are healthy.
I'd really like more info about testing for LP in breeding dogs...how it's specifically tested for. This is really of interest to me because Lacy has LP and it is so so common in yorkies. I can understand breeders not wanting to have a guarantee against it because of the possibility of injuries causing it, but I'd like to try an minimize my chances as much as possible of getting another yorkie with LP. So I'm wondering how most breeders guarantee that their breeding dogs don't have it....do you just have a vet feel the joint...do you have x-rays done...do you see an orthopedic specialist to clear patellas?? I'm just curious how most of you test for LP in your breeding dogs. |
Oooh... showing sounds wonderful also. I just thought u would make a good breeder because you know so much and willing to learn even more. Yeah, would be great to show huh? I'm sorry Lacy has LP. I had no idea she has it. I'm pretty sure it has been taken care of. I'm glad you are researching as much as you can to minimize your chances
. I know it's not anytime soon, but good luck to you with your newest addition. I guess Lacy won't be the only child anymore.