| Re: East Coast Stud dogs
Since health clearances only cover a few conditions, I also think it's prudent to look beyond them for clues into medical issues that pop up repeatedly as a consideration prior to breeding. Of course, without disclosure by those who know, that's not an easy thing to do and even if someone thinks they have done it, I'll bet there are quite a few "secrets" that have not been disclosed.
Longevity would be a fair "substitute" for a cancer-free certification (even though it may be cancer a dog succumbs to in the end), I'd think.....and an important thing to look for. |