Health in dog breeds

Below we collect things that may be of interest regarding diseases and health connected to Arctic dogs. If you have something of interest to the network, email us and we will post it here.



In the UK they have the Health Tests Results Finder of the Kennel Club, available on their website. Fore som of our breeds pups can be KC registered without parents being hip scored or eye tested. DNA tests are not generally performed; there is no database that in which results may be listed.

Founded in 1966, the mission is to promote the health and welfare of companion animals through a reduction in the incidence of genetic disease. The OFA website and databases provide the tools needed, whether you are a veterinarian, breeder, or prospective animal owner.