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.
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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
