PURCHASING A BOYKIN SPANIEL

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We suggest that when you contact any breeder that you be prepared to ask questions of the breeder and also be prepared to answer questions from the breeder. Only seek breeders that do the required OFA testing for the Boykin Spaniel Breed. The OFA is a good source. Responsible Breeders work hard to breed out problems. See the Health Education Section below to be informed. See the FAQ page and the BSCBAA Code of Ethics and read our HEALTH & GENETIC PAGE for assistance before buying.

1. Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Ophthalmologist with results with OFA.
2. Patellar Luxation - OFA Evaluation
3. Hip Dysplasia - OFA or OVC or PennHip Evaluation
4. Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC) - DNA test through approved lab.
5. Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA) - DNA test through approved lab. 

6. Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) - DNA test through approved lab. 

Optional:

1. Congenital Cardiac Database 

2. Elbow Dysplasia - OFA Evaluation 

Recommend full DNA panel results from approved lab. Click details!

Glycogen Storage Disease VII, PFK Deficiency

Aliases: Phosphofructokinase deficiency, GSD VII, PFK deficiency

Myotubular Myopathy 1 (Boykin Spaniel Type)

Aliases: X-linked Myotubular Myopathy, MTM1, XLMTM

Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4

Aliases: Progressive retinal atrophy - cord1, Progressive retinal atrophy - crd4, Progressive retinal atrophy - crd4/cord1, PRA-cord1, PRA-crd4, PRA-crd4/cord1

Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Progressive Rod-Cone Degeneration

Aliases: PRA-PRCD, PRCD

There have been some more recent concerns for additional DNA testing for Intervertebral Disc Disease/Chondrodystrophy (IVDD/CDDY) and Chondrodysplasia (CDPA). Paw Print Genetics presented a very informative seminar to the BSCBAA on August 20, 2020 and your can click here to view the slide presentation. In light of this new information, we are encouraging Boykin Spaniel owners and breeders to have this DNA test administered and hopefully with enough information can proceed with research. 

Look for Breeders who do an in-depth testing and does additional genetic panel testing for all their breeding Sires and Dams. It's important to have the knowledge of dominant and recessive genes. Do your research and ask questions. A reputable breeder who goes above and beyond will be grateful for your questions. Expect to pay more for a reputable breeder.

The BSCBAA does not endorse any breeders listed on this site. The BSCBAA is not liable and accepts no responsibility for any agreements or transactions between you and any listed breeder or seller. The BSCBAA makes no guarantees to the health or quality of any dogs. The BSCBAA Breeder Listing is only provided as a service to the public.