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My breeder wouldnt subject her dogs to that, so I guess I shall find out.
My breeder wouldnt subject her dogs to that, so I guess I shall find out.
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My breeder wouldnt subject her dogs to that, so I guess I shall find out.
Correct, PRA shows up around 4-6 years of age and that's why it's suggested to test the dogs eyes yearly.It's important to note, that young dogs are unlikely to show signs of a hereditary illness. Those things usually show up later in life. Hip problems can be obvious early on by other issues like PRA in the eyes dont show up right away, sometimes it can be years before the problem is detected.
Also, there is know telling that your or my dog that came from un-tested parents could be healthy and pass the test's if you or I had testing done. Buying a dog with health tested parents offer's a little piece of mind. Ive seen dogs with tested parents actually die from health issues at an early age. Nothing's for sure and thats the chance you take when getting a dog from anyone.if the opportunity arrises to give a dog a good home that hasnt had the proper testing I dont think you should turn it down just because of that. Instead you should be a responsible owner and spay/neuter the dog so that you are not just breeding bad genetics. I am new to this whole thing, so I obviously didnt ask the right questions, but I am smart enough to know not to let my dog pass any potential problems to offspring. I am just praying our new puppy is healthy!!
agreedAlso, there is know telling that your or my dog that came from un-tested parents could be healthy and pass the test's if you or I had testing done. Buying a dog with health tested parents offer's a little piece of mind. Ive seen dogs with tested parents actually die from health issues at an early age. Nothing's for sure and thats the chance you take when getting a dog from anyone.
Even though things like that happen and my Eli may be just as healthy as the $3000.00 health tested dog my friend owns, I still stand behind having dogs health tested prior to breeding.
I so agree too. Both Chloe's parents were tested for several things and we were given copies of all the test and results but, I still worry about her having health issues in the future.Also, there is know telling that your or my dog that came from un-tested parents could be healthy and pass the test's if you or I had testing done. Buying a dog with health tested parents offer's a little piece of mind. Ive seen dogs with tested parents actually die from health issues at an early age. Nothing's for sure and thats the chance you take when getting a dog from anyone.
Even though things like that happen and my Eli may be just as healthy as the $3000.00 health tested dog my friend owns, I still stand behind having dogs health tested prior to breeding.