Should a Labrador breeder screen for genetic diseases or use warranty?

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We are looking at getting a purebred Labrador - The breeder does screen for EIC, PRCD/Eye Disease but will incude such conditions under the warranty. Should we be looking for a breeder who does screen for these conditions? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

I presume you mean they do NOT screen for the conditions? I would be very cautious about buying such a pup when there is an opportunity is there to purchase from screened parents - why are these breeders not screening their breeding lines? It may be as simple as never having experienced any of them in these lines but without proof there is little else to go on. Remember that no screening test is 100% proof that the condition could not arise in an individual but it does reduce the likelihood. I would also urge you to consider adopting a pup or young adult unless you intend showing or breeding pedigree lines - there are many many dogs in need of good, responsible homes!

Should a Labrador breeder screen for genetic diseases or use warranty?

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