Health & genetics committee
The goal of the Russian Toy Club of America Health & Genetics Committee is to preserve the qualities of this delightful toy breed and encourage owner participation in the health and genetics process including screening, sample collection and surveys.
For more information, please contact the Health Committee.
BREED SCREENING
We invite everyone to participate in the following screening through:
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The Embark DNA Platform
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The OFA Platform for the Russian Toy which includes:
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Patellar Luxation
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Ophthalmology Exam
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Basic Cardiology Exam
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Optional:
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Legg-Calve-Perthes
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Radiographic Evaluation for Hip Dysplasia
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Elbow Dysplasia
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Paired Serum Bile Acid
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sample collection
We encourage participation in sample collection by submitting blood samples to:
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The Cornel Biobank for PRA and Legg-Calve-Perthes
BREED SURVEYS
Additionally, we ask for your support in participating in surveys by completing:
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The Embark Survey for your individual dog