Joint TTA/TTBOC Statement

We strongly recommend that all breeding stock has a known genetic status for PLL. This can be determined by a DNA test offered by the AHT. The test can be obtained privately from the AHT and taken to your vet where the permanent identification is then verified by their signature, or through clinics run by the TT clubs, or as consequence of knowing that both parents are genetically clear.

Dogs which are carriers will not develop the condition. No tested carrier TT's have yet gone on to develop PLL.

It is essential that carriers are only mated to genetically clear dogs. As the offspring have the potential to be carriers we advise that the litter be tested prior to sale and wherever possible only the clears should be used in future breeding. It is hoped that no second generation carriers will be bred from.

We recommend that the genetic status of any puppies sold is fully explained to new owners. Carrier puppies should be sold with breeding endorsement 'Progeny not eligible for registration'. This endorsement should be fully explained to potential owner and a signature of acceptance obtained.

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