Originally Posted by gemy  You are most welcome!. I would highly suggest that you BAT test all pups prior to placement. Unfortunately as you may know, Liver Disease/Liver Shunt and or MVD, is a genetic health condition that unfortunately seems to be cropping up in the YT Breed. The protocol for testing states at 16wks and then 6mths; look up Dr. K Tobias, and you will learn a lot more.
Also if you haven't familiarized yourself with our Sick and Emergency Forum, it can be a huge eye opener. We have many members here, who are bearing the heartache, not to mention the financial cost of sick dogs. Many of those dogs are the result of inappropriate breeding, that has resulted in genetic defects.
It seems to me that you are a caring and committed person, who would do their all to help insure that any puppies you might place, will be a fine and healthy dog.
I don't know your mentor, or your grounding/experience in the breeding world.
I am very dedicated to healthy dogs being produced. What I say now, in terms of pre breeding testing, goes way beyond what the YTCA deems fit. Nevertheless here it is:
1. LP evaluation
2. CT clearance
3. BATS testing
4. HD xrays and evaluation by offa - results published
5. Thyroid function testing - results published
6. PRA testing - results published
7. Full blood work done prior breeding
8, Brucellosis testing prior breeding.
9, Genetic test for Hyperuricosuria
I say this now, not only for your edification, but for other readers of these posts.
There is a whole lot that goes into responsible breeding; breeding healthy dogs of any breed.
I will tell you, despite my knowledge, and my years of experience, my research, and all the testing I do, and make sure is done; my heart is in my mouth for many, many, months. From whelping, to rearing, to placement, to follow up one year, two years, three years down the road and more with any pup I have placed.
A good breeder will stand behind their dogs for their lifetime. That is a long time commitment of time, emotional and financial support.
I wish you all the best with the whelp. And I do hope you stick around to let us know how it all goes. |