There are never any guarantee's with life, all that we, as breeders can do is to test our breeding pair, and test each puppy, and do this every time we breed, or get a new dog. By testing for the problems, we are less likely to be passing on any genetic problems. Yes, they can get shunts as adults, but this is not the same as the genetic problem. It is referred to as an acquired shunt, and is the result of some other illness. We can only do the best we are able to and the rest is in God's hands. |