Breeding suitability guide — Silken Windsprite
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collie eye anomaly (CEA) (CEA) | — | AFFECTED | Autosomal recessive | Legacy |
| Heart disease | Physisch | Grade 0 or 1 (CC / Collegium Cardiologicum) | Complex | Legacy |
| MDR1 gene mutation (drug sensitivity) (MDR1) | — | AFFECTED | Autosomal recessive | Legacy |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
Collie eye anomaly (CEA) (CEA)
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.
LegacyHeart disease
Polygenisch — beide Elterntiere sollten mindestens das Ergebnis "NORMAL" erreichen. Idealerweise besser. Phenotypen aus belasteten Linien sollten nicht für die Zucht herangezogen werden.
LegacyMDR1 gene mutation (drug sensitivity) (MDR1)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) | DNA | Clear or Carrier | Autosomal recessive | AI-Vet |
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'