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DNA Testing
DNA Testing
At Silky Ears Spaniels, genetic health is managed through careful informed breeding decisions. We use DNA testing as a tool to guide responsible pairings, maintain breed integrity and ensure predictable, healthy outcomes across our breeding program.
Our approach is focused on compatibility, balance and long term wellbeing with every pairing considered on both health and temperament.
The health and wellbeing of our dogs is central to our breeding program. All breeding dogs undergo comprehensive DNA profiling to assess known hereditary conditions relevant to the English Cocker Spaniel.
This allows us to make informed, responsible breeding decisions and ensures our puppies are not affected by the genetic conditions we test for.
We are pleased to confirm that all puppies bred within our program will be clear or not affected by the genetic conditions we test for across our breeding lines.
We believe in transparency in our breeding practices, and DNA reports are available upon request.
Genetic Conditions Tested:
Genetic Conditions Tested:
Acral Mutilation Syndrome:
Acral Mutilation Syndrome:
A neurological condition affecting sensation in the paws, which can lead to excessive licking or chewing and subsequent injury if left unmanaged. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.
All breeding dogs are tested clear for this condition.
Autosomal Hereditary Recessive Nephropathy
Autosomal Hereditary Recessive Nephropathy
An inherited kidney disorder that affects normal kidney function and typically presents early in life. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.
All breeding dogs are tested clear for this condition.
Bernard Soulier Syndrome
Bernard Soulier Syndrome
A rare inherited blood clotting disorder affecting platelet function and normal coagulation. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.
All breeding dogs are tested clear for this condition.
Exercise Induced Collapse
Exercise Induced Collapse
A condition affecting muscle control during periods of sustained exercise, leading to weakness or collapse. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.
All breeding dogs are tested clear for this condition.
Progressive Rod Cone Degeneration
Progressive Rod Cone Degeneration
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) is an inherited eye condition that can lead to gradual vision loss over time. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.
Maisie is a carrier of one copy of PRA and is not affected by the condition. She is only paired with genetically clear, compatible breeding partners, ensuring that no puppies produced within our program will be affected by PRA.
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
A metabolic disorder affecting normal muscle energy use, leading to exercise intolerance and episodic weakness. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.
All breeding dogs are tested clear for this condition.
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