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Health – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebThe Health Committee was established in 2013 to encourage increased participation in health testing by Shetland Sheepdog breeders, especially ASSA members. This …

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American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebThe Latest Health Research Sheltie Health Studies Prolonging the health and preserving the breed Home ASSAAdmin 2024-03-28T12:59:41+00:00. Welcome to the American …

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Health Considerations – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebOverview In general, Shetland Sheepdogs are hearty, long-lived dogs, but like any living creature, health issues may arise. Some may have an underlying genetic cause. …

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Health Testing – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebHealth problems, in general, are not common in Shelties; however, testing of breeding stock is a recommended practice to keep the incidence of certain problems as low as possible. …

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Health Survey – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebThe Shetland Sheepdog health survey is available through the generosity of the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA), and is the result of a collaborative effort between the OFA …

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Dermatomyositis (DMS) – American Shetland Sheepdog …

WebDermatomyositis (DMS) Dermatomyositis (DMS)* is an autoimmune disease of the skin and muscle that occurs in both humans and dogs. In dogs, DMS is most often diagnosed in …

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Explanation of Required Tests

WebHip Dysplasia Evaluation As of December, 2020, Shetland Sheepdogs ranked 166th of 198 breeds of dogs evaluated for hip dysplasia by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals …

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Health Clinic Guide – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebThe ASSA Health Committee produced a guide for member clubs wishing to hold health clinics. This guide includes information on health tests available for Shelties and the …

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Bladder & Kidney Disease – American Shetland Sheepdog …

WebAKC Canine Health Foundation-funded Grant: 02780. Bladder cancer in dogs can lead to blood in the urine, pain on urination, and urinary blockage. The underlying causes in …

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Health Articles – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebJuly 7th, 2016 | Categories: Health Articles. |. The Shetland Sheepdog, or ‘Sheltie' as they are often called, generally resembles the Collie in miniature. Because of the similarity, …

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To Test or Not to Test

WebMary E. Galloway DVM As ASSA Health chairperson*, people who want to purchase a Sheltie frequently contact me asking what they should know about the …

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Health References – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebThe Genetic Connection: A Guide to Health Problems in Purebred Dogs, American Animal Hospital Association; 2011, page 41. Lance canines mostly in: Shelties, Shiba Inu. …

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Eye Problems – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebCorneal Dystrophy. Corneal dystrophy is characterized by white to grey opacities (lipid deposits) in the superficial layers of the cornea of one or both eyes. The deposits usually …

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Explanation of Elective Tests

WebChoroidal hypoplasia, coloboma, and retinal detachment are features of the disease. It occurs in Shetland Sheepdogs as well as other herding breeds. The CEA DNA test can …

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Neurological – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebOr, contact Julie Nettifee at 919-513-6812 or [email protected] . This study is sponsored by the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation - CHF Grant 02561: Study 3: The …

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Skin – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebCanine dermatomyositis (DMS) is a hereditary disease described in collies and Shetland sheepdogs and their cross-breeds. The disease is characterized by distinctive skin …

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Epilepsy – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebEpilepsy (repeated seizure episodes) occurs in many animal species including dogs (purebred and crossbred). There are many causes, but when the cause is unknown, it is …

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Cardiovascular – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebPDA is one of the most common congenital cardiac defects in dogs. It also occurs in humans. A characteristic “machinery” murmur is usually heard by a veterinarian on …

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CHIC/Parent Club Champion of Health

WebThe annual CHIC/Parent Club Champion of Health Award is sponsored by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA), and is intended to recognize a dog that has had …

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Explanation of Optional Tests

WebDegenerative Myelopathy DNA Test Report by the ASSA Research Advisory Committee, Fall 2020 Degenerative myelopathy (DM)* is an adult-onset degenerative neurological …

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Gallbladder Mucoceles – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebThis study is sponsored by the ASSA through the Shetland Sheepdog Donor Advised Fund administered by AKC Canine Health Foundation, Grant #02544: Medical Resolution of …

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Gallbladder Mucoceles – American Shetland Sheepdog Association

WebGallbladder mucoceles (GBM) are characterized by distention of the gallbladder by a thick mass of sludge and mucus (rather than liquid bile) and may result in obstruction and …

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