Breeding suitability guide — Borzoi
For breeders: which tests, which thresholds, which mating rules apply
1. Mandatory tests for parents
These tests must be on file for every breeding animal.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Approved from | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) | DNA | Clear or Carrier | Autosomal recessive | Legacy |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)
Autosomal rezessiv: Zwei Träger (CARRIER) dürfen nicht miteinander verpaart werden — 25% der Welpen wären betroffen. Betroffene Hunde sollten gar nicht in der Zucht eingesetzt werden.
Legacy3. Recommended additional tests
Sensible additions for line planning.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Approved from | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) | Roentgen | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Microphthalmia | — | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) (PRA) | — | — | Autosomal recessive | CIDD |
| Cervical vertebral compressive myelopathy (CVCM) | Roentgen | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Tricuspid valve dysplasia (TVD) | Ultraschall | — | Complex | CIDD |
4. HonestDog verification
- Upload a legible certificate (PDF or photo) per test in the breeder dashboard
- Certificate must show date, examining vet, and FCI/VDH logo
- Certificates older than 36 months are flagged as stale
- We check each upload for authenticity — the profile tile then shows 'verified'