Our health testing levels for the Alaskan Husky
We group breeding programs into three levels based on testing depth. Ask your breeder directly which level they meet.
A breeder at the Great level performs all mandatory tests plus 3 additional clinically recommended screenings that reduce risk in this breed.
In addition to mandatory tests:
Factor VII Deficiency(F7)
Herz und Kreislauf
Factor VII deficiency is an inherited blood clotting disorder affecting the circulatory system. It occurs when the body does not produce enough Factor VII, which is a specific protein essential for forming blood clots. Without enough of this protein, the normal process that stops bleeding is delayed, leading to prolonged bleeding after injuries or medical procedures.
Koerperfluessigkeiten · Passing: Clear or Carrier
GM1 Gangliosidosis(GM1)
Nervensystem
GM1 gangliosidosis is an inherited lysosomal storage disease that primarily affects the nervous system. It occurs when a deficiency in a specific enzyme, beta-galactosidase, prevents the body from breaking down certain fatty sugar compounds. Over time, these compounds build up to toxic levels inside cells, causing progressive damage to the brain and spinal cord.
Passing: Clear or Carrier
X-linked Progressive Retinal Atrophy(XLPRA1)
X-linked Progressive Retinal Atrophy is an inherited eye disease that causes the gradual breakdown of the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. This degeneration affects the photoreceptor cells, which are the specialized cells responsible for detecting light. Over time, the loss of these cells leads to complete blindness.
Passing: CLEAR
These levels are a comparison framework, not an official certification. They help compare breeding programs at a glance.