korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/index.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. Important note: We are not breeders nor is this a "Members Only" club. Our mission is to share data and to educate people on current and past health conditions of the breed, and to also share resources on giving your dog a long, happy life. This site and all its information is free to access, and the owners, administrators, or managers never receive monetary compensation for their time and efforts. To Thine Own Self be True.
korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/animal-orthopedic-foundation.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA). The OFA is the best source of information for the breeder and buyer. The mission of OFA is: To promote the health and welfare of companion animals through a reduction in the incidence of genetic disease. On the OFA website, offa.org you will find:. A list of tests available, with summaries of those diseases and protocol for testing. Database of test results. Breed surveys and results.
korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/dna-bank.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. The Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) maintains a DNA repository with blood samples from AKC breeds. We highly encourage you to submit a sample from your Griffon. Of course samples from diseased dogs are valuable, but DNA from healthy dogs is needed just as much in research. Sources of DNA samples are submitted with a short summary of the dog’s health, but all samples are entirely anonymous, even to researchers. Canine Health Info :.
korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/akc-health-foundation.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF). The mission of the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation, Inc (CHF) is to advance the health of all dogs and their owners by funding sound scientific research and supporting the dissemination of health information to prevent, treat, and cure canine disease. The Foundation has established a series of goals as well as a strategy for achieving these goals. The CHF website: akcchf.org.
korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/getting-your-griffon.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. You have studied the health, temperament, and special qualities of the breed, and now decide to begin your search. If You Want A Puppy. Health and temperament should be top priority, and you also want to be certain you are getting a WPG. Get a Purebred WPG. If You Want An Adult. Ways to find an adult WPG:. To Thine Own Self be True. Physical and Mental Stimulation. Do Not Duplicate Without Permission.
korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/canine-health-insurance.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. Do dogs get sick or injured? Your veterinarian can be a valuable source of information by providing sample costs for common procedures, as well as the veterinary practice’s and client’s experiences with various insurance providers. The American Kennel Club (AKC) works with one insurance company that offers a 60 day free trial for newly registered dogs. Visit this link to learn more :. To Thine Own Self be True.
korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/eyes.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. For more information check:. American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (OCVO):. The ACVO is a good resource for information on the canine eye and associated diseases, as well as information on finding a veterinary ophthalmologist. To Thine Own Self be True. Physical and Mental Stimulation. Do Not Duplicate Without Permission.
korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/breeder-guidelines.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. Breeder Guidelines (Breeders' Best Practices). Breeders should learn about genetic defects of the breed, and be honest about which occur in their own line. The breeder must be cautious to not produce hybrid dogs. Breeding decisions should be made after examination of pedigrees that are known to go back to a single sire that is assumed to be an offspring of mixed breeds. Breeders are encouraged to post results of testing on a public database.
korthalsgriffon.org
KorthalsGriffon.org - Online Health and Genetics Portal for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon and the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
http://www.korthalsgriffon.org/structure.html
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Questions to ask the Breeder. Have you found something that should be included here? Join the Forum, and talk about it. Further Reading - Wirehaired Pointing Griffon - October 2005. Breed Balance - The Three Legged Stool. We have all seen a dramatic split in type in many sporting breeds where the divergent field and show types do not resemble each other in the least in either form or function. Among Griffons this split is not nearly so dramatic and many breeders wor...