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Is the breeding of pedigree dogs causing a health issue with the dogs welfare and is The Kennel
Club doing enough to tackle this issue.
By Candidate 5
Back ground information
The Kennel Club
19th century- breeding became a hobby
First dog show in 1859
KC formed- 1873
Cause of the problem
•KC does not allow out-crossing
•Judges use Breed Standards
•Health, Temperament and welfare not considered
The problems caused due to selective breeding
Morphologies Genetic Disorders
Morphologies
Exaggerated physical features
Larger breeds:1. Osteochondrosis- Lameness
and arthritis2. Canine Hip Dysplasia
Inherited Disorders
Eroded genetic diversity/ gene pool
Chance of dam and sire being related is high
Recessive alleles more likely to be passed
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Actions the KC has taken
CHD scheme
BVA rates out of 53
MBS decreasing each year
Evaluation of scheme
May not send it
Voluntary- 13,000 out of 75,000 screened
Not representative
How could it be improved?
Increased participation- compulsory
International scoring system- true progress
Breed out genetic disorders
Cost to breeders
Conclusion
Cause problems to humans and dogs
Has taken the first step
Not enough
Reflection