Makes it easier for vets to report operations and cesareans
Online reporting forms have been launched by the Kennel Club so that vets can report operations and cesarean sections carried out on Kennel Club dogs.
The new forms aims to make to easier for both vets and the Kennel Club to monitor and improve dog health and welfare. They have been launched in order to simplify the reporting process and make it easier for vets to submit information.
Caroline Kisko, Kennel Club Secretary, explains: “The veterinary profession and the Kennel Club both hold valuable information about pedigree dogs and by sharing this information we can get a much more accurate picture about dog health.
“We have created the online reporting forms to make things as easy as possible for vets to report surgeries and caesarean sections. Although many responsible owners and breeders, and some vets, already report operations to the Kennel Club, this is not a uniform practice and we hope this new simpler way to do so will help to ensure that we work more closely together in the future.”
As part of registration with the Kennel Club, any operations which alter the natural conformation of a dog registered with the Kennel Club should be reported by the dog’s owner or their vet.
Owners who wish to compete at Kennel Club licensed shows with dogs which have undergone such operations must apply for permission to do so. Vets and breeders are also asked to report caesareans as the Kennel Club will not register a litter from a bitch that has already had two caesarians.
Further information and the online reporting forms for vets can be found at www.thekennelclub.org.uk.
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