New Puppy, My little Gracie

[lvoss]

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

[sharronhurlbut]

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.

[golfrules]

Can it be done on the puppy? I don't have access to the parents.

[sharronhurlbut]

Oh, yes, order the cheek swap…use it on your girl and in a bit of time, you will know.

[golfrules]

Just how does one order this cheek swap? At my local vet?

[sharronhurlbut]

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.

[golfrules]

I understand now. I visited the site and will order the test tomorrow. Geoff

[sharronhurlbut]

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.

[lisastewart]

She is adorable, congrat on your new addition.

[tanza]

You should also visit www.basenji.org and www.basenjihealth.org and learn about other Basenji health concerns.

[thunderbird8588]

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.

[McCannClan]

What a beauty! Please keep posting those pics, I love her. We have a brindle boy but he is not as dark as Gracie.