A survey has been developed by The Kennel Club (KC) and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VCS) to gain data and insight into the prevalence and type of heart disease affecting different pedigree dog breeds. This will further give the organisations a … Continue reading →
Can you help with research into canine idiopathic epilepsy? The Giant Schnauzer Health Fund has donated £2,000 along with the 3 breed clubs collectively donating a further £3,000 to the Canine Genetics Centre (CGC) at the University of Cambridge, in … Continue reading →
BVA eye testing at Crufts Discounted rate: £30 per dog Limited spaces are available and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note, you must have a dog pass to book an eye test appointment at Crufts 2024. … Continue reading →
The Giant Schnauzer Health Fund committee will be holding its AGM Online via Zoom on: Sunday 17th March 2024. The AGM will start at 10.00am. Only paid up members will be invited to attend the AGM. Any proposals for inclusion … Continue reading →
EYE TESTING SESSION FOR THE SCHNAUZER FAMILY at Sports Connexion, Ryton-on Dunsmore 30th March 2024 Please note: Payment will be required by SCGB no later than 15/03/24. Cancellations after that date can only be refunded if SCGB can reassign spaces to other owners. If cancellation received after … Continue reading →
Laboklin have announced a new DNA test for Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the digit / toe (SCCD) in Giant Schnauzers, which sounds like good news but, whilst it could be helpful, it does not give the certainty of ‘clear’ ‘carrier’ or … Continue reading →
OFFICIAL RECOGNITION OF HEALTH TESTS The Kennel Club has announced changes to accepted laboratories it will accept DNA results from in order to align with the changing landscape of the genetic testing industry. The accuracy of the DNA test results … Continue reading →
The Kennel Club and breed health co-ordinators have been asked to disseminate information regarding the University of Glasgow’s clinical trial for a new canine epilepsy treatment medication. Dogs must be: Age: more than 2 years Diagnosis of idiopathic epilepsy with … Continue reading →
Information from the Kennel Club: BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme Examination Crufts, National Exhibition Centre, Marston Green Thursday 9th March 2023 – Sunday 12th March 2023 The Kennel Club is pleased to offer BVA/KC/ISDS Eye scheme examinations at Crufts 2023 for just … Continue reading →
UK Joint Schnauzer Breeds Health Survey 2023 This is a new upgraded health survey, which will provide detailed information on the health status of all 3 size Schnauzers. We need to hear from as many owners as possible, whether your … Continue reading →
