Fanconi is an inherited kidney disease that can be prevented by doing a DNA test on the parents prior to breeding.
For information on the disease check out this link:
http://www.basenji.org/PUBLIC/HealthInfo.htm
For infomation about the test check out this link:
http://www.basenjihealth.org/linkage-faq.html
If you know the registered names or registration numbers for Gracie's parents just type them into the Search field at the OFA site, http://www.offa.org
If they have been tested their results will show up in the database.
If they have not been tested then order a test kit for Gracie, https://secure.offa.org/cart.html
golfrules, this test is very important to you. It will let you know what to expect for the future.
Its worth the price to know if your dog will get sick.
Can it be done on the puppy? I don't have access to the parents.
Oh, yes, order the cheek swap…use it on your girl and in a bit of time, you will know.
Just how does one order this cheek swap? At my local vet?
No, my friend, go up and read lvoss post. Do what is says. It will let you know what the future holds for you and your beloved Gracie.
Please, do this. Its a bit of a hassle. So worth it.
I understand now. I visited the site and will order the test tomorrow. Geoff
Good, that is a very good thing. Let us know how it turns out. Most are good news, and we are here to celebrate with you…
I am so very glad your open to this information.
She is adorable, congrat on your new addition.
You should also visit www.basenji.org and www.basenjihealth.org and learn about other Basenji health concerns.
Geoff, all your Dogs are lovely, i've never heard of a Blue Tick Coon Hound before.
Your right Basenjis have beautiful neat feet, have you noticed that the two middle pads on each foot are joined at the bottom like a Wolves.
What a beauty! Please keep posting those pics, I love her. We have a brindle boy but he is not as dark as Gracie.
