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DNA testing to be offered by The Kennel Club at Crufts
The service aims to promote responsible dog breeding, and improve and protect dog health.

The service provides access to the most impactful genetic health tests.

Further to the launch of its DNA testing services in December last year, The Kennel Club is offering breed specific genetic health tests at Crufts. The service aims to promote responsible dog breeding, and improve and protect dog health.

The tests have been developed by The Kennel Club in partnership with Weatherbys Scientific, providing breeders and pet owners cost-effective access to the most impactful genetic health tests.

Those who wish to test their dog can visit The Kennel Club stand at Crufts where they can either purchase a kit to take home, or if they have their dog with them, the health team will assist owners to take a cheek swap. 

Dr Joanna Ilska, genetics and research manager at The Kennel Club said: “We are delighted to offer The Kennel Club DNA Testing Services for the first time at Crufts. We hope that caring breeders and responsible owners make use of these services to ensure they are having a genuine and positive impact on the health of future generations of dogs. Those who use the services will be contributing to driving further understanding of canine genetics and disease, and the development of dog health initiatives, with all data and profits reinvested into research as part of The Kennel Club’s mission of making a difference for dogs.”

Test results are easy to interpret and accompanied by breeding care and advice. They will be automatically entered on a dog’s record.

More information regarding DNA testing can be found on The Kennel Club’s website or you can email health@thekennelclub.org.uk

 

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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