Breeding suitability guide — Bouvier des Ardennes
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocular anomalies | Physisch | SUSPECT | Complex | Legacy |
| Elbow Dysplasia (ED) | Roentgen | 1 | Polygenic | Legacy |
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | Roentgen | B or better | Polygenic | HD-Curated |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
Ocular anomalies
Polygenisch — beide Elterntiere sollten mindestens das Ergebnis "SUSPECT" erreichen. Idealerweise besser. Phenotypen aus belasteten Linien sollten nicht für die Zucht herangezogen werden.
LegacyElbow Dysplasia (ED)
Polygenisch — beide Elterntiere sollten mindestens das Ergebnis "1" erreichen. Idealerweise besser. Phenotypen aus belasteten Linien sollten nicht für die Zucht herangezogen werden.
Legacy3. Recommended additional tests
Sensible additions for line planning.
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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'