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Originally Posted by tjdmom  So would it be safe to say that most breeders just have a vet examine the dogs for LP but xrays are not normally done? I'm still unclear on that question..... |
I wouldn't say all breeders don't xray because a lot do I just haven't because LP again as I stated is just too common when you let them be dogs and jump and play.
I don't Xray yet. I am, however, going to start OFA'ing my show/breeding yorkies because I want to make sure LP is not going to show up in my lines. However, again, LP can show up if there is an injury. An injury can occur and you never know about it until LP shows up. It's always safe to not let your yorkies jump up and down on furniture but in my house it's almost totally unavoidable with the ones I have now. I'm teaching my 7 month old not to jump. I have several that are jumpers and try telling them they can't jump just isn't going to happen they are hard headed! LOL. I do however, like them being dogs and being able to run, jump and play.
Donna Bird
Brooklynn's Yorkshire Terriers