Official site of the Basset Hound Health Group
The Basset Hound Health Group - is run under the auspices of all 8 UK based Basset Hound Breed Clubs
The Basset Hound Health Group - is run under the auspices of all 8 UK based Basset Hound Breed Clubs
Health of the Basset Hound
The Basset Hound is a very healthy and robust breed and can live for 10 years and more!
However, as with any other breeds (or cross-breeds) some Basset Hounds can occasionally suffer from health conditions. If you think your Basset is suffering from any kind of health problem you should always consult a Veterinary Surgeon as soon as possible.
We have now conducted two Health Surveys 2014 and 2020. Both have helped significantly, it has enabled the Basset Hound Health Group to collect important data, enabling the breed to move forward, creating a wide and diverse evidence base.
However, as with any other breeds (or cross-breeds) some Basset Hounds can occasionally suffer from health conditions. If you think your Basset is suffering from any kind of health problem you should always consult a Veterinary Surgeon as soon as possible.
We have now conducted two Health Surveys 2014 and 2020. Both have helped significantly, it has enabled the Basset Hound Health Group to collect important data, enabling the breed to move forward, creating a wide and diverse evidence base.
Working together with the
KENNEL CLUB
for a better tomorrow
KENNEL CLUB
for a better tomorrow
We have included information on some health conditions, (please follow the links below) - they are meant to assist you, should you need it. Please remember if you require further assistance any of our Health Co-ordinator, Health Representatives or Breed Club Secretaries are always happy to help you.
Official site of the Basset Hound Health Group
The Basset Hound Health Group - is run under the auspices of all 8 UK based Basset Hound Breed Clubs
The Basset Hound Health Group - is run under the auspices of all 8 UK based Basset Hound Breed Clubs
We have included information on "Members of our Health Certificate Scheme", (please follow the link below) - this is meant to assist you, should you need it..........please remember if you require further assistance on the Health Certificate Scheme our Breed Health Coordinator will only be too happy to help
At a Glance: Genetic Results from Different mating Combinations
Explaination of
Genetic Inheritance
Genetic Inheritance
Where to Get our Tests & What They Mean
Both Eye Tests are Required to proceed through the BHHG Health Certificate Scheme
Lafora Disease is an inherited form of epilepsy that can occasionally affect Basset Hounds and usually manifests itself as late onset.. Symptoms develop because the dog cannot efficiently process starch into sugar. Over time, insoluble starch platelets gradually build up in the central nervous system.
Lafora is an inherited autosmunal recessive gene, and a dog must inherit two mutated genes, one from each parent to be classed as AFFECTED. A dog that has only one mutated Lafora gene is a “Carrier”. It will not become clinically affected by the disease but, if bred to another “Carrier” or “Affected” dog, some of the puppies born will be likely to receive the two mutated genes and thus be clinically affected. If a dog carries no mutated genes it is “Clear”.
Lafora Disease can be detected by a DNA Blood Test. If you think your Basset may be suffering from Lafora here is the link to get the test.
Lafora is an inherited autosmunal recessive gene, and a dog must inherit two mutated genes, one from each parent to be classed as AFFECTED. A dog that has only one mutated Lafora gene is a “Carrier”. It will not become clinically affected by the disease but, if bred to another “Carrier” or “Affected” dog, some of the puppies born will be likely to receive the two mutated genes and thus be clinically affected. If a dog carries no mutated genes it is “Clear”.
Lafora Disease can be detected by a DNA Blood Test. If you think your Basset may be suffering from Lafora here is the link to get the test.
UNDERSTANDING GENETICS
LAFORA DISEASE