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The Standard for Dog Breeding

Information about The Standard for Dog Breeding document is available here:
About The Standard for Dog Breeding

You can download the PDF of The Standard for Dog Breeding here:
The Standard for Dog Breeding [PDF]

Search for Health Information by Breed

Promoting Animal Welfare

Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW)

Genetic Welfare Problems Of Companion Animals

www.ufaw.org.uk

A more detailed and scientific website which also assesses the welfare impact of genetic diseases and traits.

Inherited Diseases in Dogs (IDID)

University of Cambridge, Dr David Sargan, Inherited Diseases in Dogs (IDID). IDID is a searchable site containing short descriptions of diseases for which there is strong proof of inheritance in the veterinary scientific literature. There are links to scientific publications about those diseases. Very complete in terms of breeds represented, and on modes of inheritance, mutations where known, and DNA tests.

IDID Website

Canine Inherited Disorders Database

CIDD LogoA Canadian based veterinary database of genetic diseases in dogs which provides information to owners and breeders aimed at reducing the incidence of those diseases.

CIDD Website

VetCompass Infographics

VetCompass

Recommended Reading

Breed Predispositions to Disease in Dogs and Cats, 3rd Edition, Alex Gough, Alison Thomas, Dan O'Neill, Jan 2018 Wiley-Blackwell

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IPFD and DogWellNet

International Partnership for Dogs (IPFD) and DogWellNet

The IPFD is a registered non-profit organisation based in Sweden which aims to facilitate the collaboration and sharing of resources to improve the health,well-being and welfare of pedigree dogs and all dogs worldwide. DogWellNet.com is the internet platform of the IPFD which seeks to build a worldwide community for all those involved with dogs. Its slogan is, From Information to Action.

IPFD & DogWellNet website

Guide to Buying a Puppy

Welcoming a dog into your life and into your home is one of the most rewarding and enriching experiences you will ever have. Dogs are good for us. They give us unconditional love, loyalty and a sense of fun. They teach us to live in the moment and enjoy the simple things in life. In return we should give them the care, support, and enrichment they need to live life to the full as a dog.

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The Puppy Contract

The Puppy Contract has been designed as a tool to encourage the responsible breeding and buying of puppies. It ensures that buyers have all of the information they need to make an informed decision when buying a puppy. It also allows responsible breeders to demonstrate the care and attention they have put into breeding puppies with the best chance of being happy and healthy.

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DAC Guide to Buying a Puppy

An easy to use online facility for prospective puppy purchasers. Excellent advice on finding a good breeder and a healthy puppy. Not breed specific

Dogs Advisory Council Website

RSPCA’s Get Puppy Smart

RSPCA Guide to Buying a Puppy, Get Puppy Smart

Get Puppy Smart.com

Dog Breeding Reform Group

DBRG is a charitable trust whose purpose is to be an independent Voice for Dogs to ensure that they are bred to the highest possible standards of health and welfare, including genetic health, and free from problems arising from exaggerated and unnatural conformations. It provides help and guidance to members of the public who are seeking to buy a healthy puppy. As an independent organisation it campaigns for improvements in statutory regulations and challenges existing substandard practices.

Dog Breeding Reform Group

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