Dog Health and DNA Schemes
The Kennel Club advises breeders to investigate whether there are any possible inherited conditions that may affect the breed. Breeders can do this by discussing the matter with the breeder of their dog, the relevant breed club or clubs, the Kennel Club Health & Breeders Services Department or, possibly, their veterinary surgeon. There are several dog health schemes currently in operation to assist in the prevention or control of some diseases (including DNA tests), and where they exist, the Kennel Club strongly recommends that both sire and dam are tested.
Breed Watch - a tool aimed at dog show judges and exhibitors to highlight and tackle any current concerns in a breed
Dogs - A Healthy Future
Click below to watch 'Dogs - A Healthy Future' on our YouTube channel
Every dog should be bred to have the best possible chance of leading a healthy, happy life. Fortunately, the majority of dogs will do just that, thanks to caring breeders and owners. But there are a number of problems that can affect dog health and welfare and a number of steps that puppy buyers, dog breeders and organisations such as the Kennel Club can take to help ensure that these problems are tackled. The main issues are:
Also in this section
- Dog Health Group Annual Report
- Kennel Club Genetics Centre Mid-Term Report
- The Karlton Index - an independent website that highlights the breeds that are making the most progress in terms of taking action on, and sharing information about, health issues within their breeds
- Kennel Club Q and A
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Press Releases
'Dogs - A Healthy Future' film explores what 2012 has in store for dog health
Genetic research may help to save 25 Dog Breeds at risk of extinction
Millions fooled by rogue puppy breeders
Health Seminars
Any breed club or group that is holding a health–related event this year is invited to email the details to the Kennel Club’s Health and Breeder Services Department so that the event can be listed on the website.
Computer Reports
Listed results of any official Kennel Club disease screening scheme are available from the Health and Breeder Services Department.
