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In another post a member was inquiring about a puppy with merle traits which is unnatural in American cocker spaniels. Karen suggested a responsible breeder may provide OFA certification. I'm not sure what that entails. I'm guessing it's a form that's completed by the primary vet and submitted to the OFA. But I see the OFA also provides DNA testing for genetic disorders.
DNA testing is available everywhere now. I ordered one for myself and Hoshi from Amazon. I believe a sire and dam should have mandatory DNA testing before breeding. It could prevent puppies with genetic disorders being born. I'm not sure if the OFA requires DNA testing but it would be great if they did.
DNA testing is available everywhere now. I ordered one for myself and Hoshi from Amazon. I believe a sire and dam should have mandatory DNA testing before breeding. It could prevent puppies with genetic disorders being born. I'm not sure if the OFA requires DNA testing but it would be great if they did.