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Summary Of Tests Required For The German Shepherd Dog (long Stock) Breed
DNA ProfileMandatory
Hip Dysplasia Mandatory
Elbow Dysplasia Mandatory
DNA - Degenerative MyelopathyOptional
Eye Certificate (current)Optional
Thyroid Panel (DNZ, Gribbles)Optional
DNA - Pituitary DwarfismPotential Problem

Hip Scoring

This can be performed by a general practitioner or specialist.
The films may be read by the following schemes - NZVA, Lavelle, PennHip or other recognised Hip Dysplasia Scheme.
Please submit a copy of the results along with the appropriate submission form.


Elbow Grading

This can be performed by a general practitioner or specialist.
The films may be read by NZVA, Lavalle or other recognised Elbow Dysplasia Scheme.
Please submit a copy of the results along with the appropriate submission form.


Eye Testing

Eye examinations should be repeated annually and should be within 12 months of the date of the registration of a litter.
Gonioscopy is a separate eye test (for predisposition to glaucoma) and, where relevant, this test is only done once.
Eye certificates must be done by an approved Opthalmologist. Currently approved ophthalmologists are:
Dr Peter Collinson
Dr Craig Irving
Eye Certificates are valid for 12 months.


Thyroid Testing

Thyroid testing should be repeated annually and should be within 12 months of the date of the registration of a litter.
NZKC Thyroid panel (Free T4, TSH and TgAA.) is available through Gribbles laboratories.
The appropriate form along with the guidelines for thyroid testing should be taken to your certifying veterinarian.

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