Elbow
Dysplasia Scheme
The main purposes of the scheme are the examination of radiographs
of elbows of dogs for elbow dysplasia and the issue of a certificate
in respect of that examination.
Elbow
dysplasia (ED)has been identified as a significant problem in
many breeds but as the principle cause of ED is genetic, screening
can hopefully reduce the problem in the canine population through
selective breeding. To find out more about the disease and why
screening is important, please download and read the leaflet below
(.pdf 35Kb).
Elbow Dysplasia in Dogs - Downloadable
document
If you have decided to have your dog(s) screened, or to learn
about the procedure of screening, please download and read the
procedure notes given below (.pdf 116Kb). Please read this leaflet
before submitting your dog(s) as failure to do so may result in
delays.
Procedure
Notes - Downloadable document
Publication
of results
The Kennel Club, as the regulating body for all pedigree dogs
in the UK, publish hip and elbow dysplasia and eye examination
results and add the result to the dog's pedigree record, as well
as to the records of any progeny of the dog.
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