Founded 1973
HEALTH TESTING
BREAKING NEWS!!!
Following on from the development of the genetic screening test for the neurological condition L-2-HGA, now the DNA test for HEREDITARY CATARACT has been available since January 1st 2006
You will have seen elsewhere on the site reference to the hereditary eye problems in the breed. When buying a puppy or planning to breed from your dog or bitch you should always be aware of the health issues and ensure that breeding stock carries a current clear eye test certificate.
To find out more about Eye Testing from the British Veterinary Association go to http://www.bva.co.uk/public/chs/eye_scheme.asp
Scroll down to Eye Panellists to download pdf. file of all eye panellists appointed to issue eye certificates |
For information and sample documents check out the website http://www.staffords.co.uk/breedcouncil/hc/index.htm
Meanwhile here are details of some eye testing or L2 testing sessions arranged around the country - cost of eye testing is usually reduced at these sessions as there are larger numbers attending.
ALWAYS REMEMBER TO TAKE YOUR KC REGISTRATION PAPERWORK ALONG WITH YOU
EYE TESTING
Details of eye testing sessions around the country can be found on the Dog World website:
http://www.dogworld.co.uk/node/538
To contact the British Veterinary Association to find the nearest
vet able to carry out the testing go to http://www.bva.co.uk/about/eyeScheme.htm
Scroll down to Eye Panellists to download pdf. file of all eye panellists appointed to issue eye certificates |
L-2-HGA TESTING
No sessions arranged at present but you can get bloods taken at your own vet. Just take along a copy of the form which must be signed by the vet and submitted along with the sample to Animal Health Trust