In addition to mandatory tests:

• Cleft palate

  Allgemeine Fitness und Anatomie

  A cleft palate is a congenital birth defect where the roof of the mouth fails to fuse properly during development in the womb. This failure leaves an abnormal opening between the oral cavity and the nasal passages. Because these two systems are directly connected, food, liquids, and air cannot be properly separated during swallowing.

  Physisch · Passing: CLEAR

  Deep dive+

• Dermoids

  Augen

  A dermoid is a benign, congenital growth where normal skin tissue, which can include hair follicles and glands, mistakenly develops in abnormal locations on the eye. This typically affects the cornea, which is the clear outer surface of the eye, or the conjunctiva, the pink membrane lining the eyelids. Because this misplaced skin tissue often grows hair, it causes constant irritation to the eye's surface.

  Physisch · Passing: CLEAR

  Deep dive+

• Microphthalmia

  Augen

  Microphthalmia is a congenital developmental disorder of the visual system where one or both of a dog's eyeballs are abnormally small. This structural defect occurs during embryonic development and is often accompanied by other eye abnormalities, such as cataracts, which are cloudy areas in the lens of the eye. Because the eyeball itself is underdeveloped, the surrounding eyelids may also appear droopy or misaligned.

  Passing: CLEAR

  Deep dive+

• Optic nerve hypoplasia and micropapilla(ONH)

  Augen

  This condition involves the congenital underdevelopment of the optic nerve, known as optic nerve hypoplasia, or an abnormally small optic disc, called micropapilla. These structures are crucial parts of the eye's visual pathway, and their underdevelopment impairs the transmission of visual signals from the eye to the brain. It is a congenital defect of the visual system that is present from birth.

  Augen · Passing: CLEAR

  Deep dive+

• Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)(PRA)

  Augen

  Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) is an inherited eye disease that affects the retina, which is the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye. In this condition, the specialized cells responsible for detecting light, known as photoreceptors, gradually degenerate and die. Because these cells cannot recover or be replaced, the disease slowly but inevitably leads to complete blindness.

  Passing: CARRIER

  Deep dive+

• Corneal dystrophy(CD)

  Augen und Sehvermögen

  Corneal dystrophy is an inherited eye disorder where abnormal, opaque materials like fats or calcium build up in the cornea, which is the clear outer layer of the eye. This accumulation typically affects both eyes and is non-inflammatory, meaning it does not cause immediate swelling or redness. Over time, these deposits can disrupt the smooth surface of the eye.

  Augen · Passing: CLEAR

  Deep dive+

• Cataract(HC)

  Augen und Sehvermögen

  A cataract is a progressive clouding of the lens inside the dog's eye, which is the clear structure that focuses light onto the retina at the back of the eye. When the lens becomes cloudy or opaque, it blocks light from entering, gradually impairing the dog's vision. If left untreated, this condition can eventually lead to complete blindness in the affected eye.

  Augen · Passing: CLEAR

  Deep dive+

• Pannus (Chronic Superficial Keratitis)(CSK)

  Augen und Sehvermögen

  Pannus, or chronic superficial keratitis, is an immune-mediated disease affecting the cornea, which is the clear outer surface of the eye. In this condition, the dog's immune system mistakenly attacks the cornea, causing blood vessels and dark pigment to grow across it. This process is worsened by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light and can eventually block the dog's vision.

  Augen · Passing: CLEAR

  Deep dive+

• Patellar Luxation(PL)

  Bewegungsapparat

  Patellar luxation, also known as a luxating patella, is a physical condition affecting the knee joint where the kneecap slips out of its normal groove. This misalignment interferes with the mechanical movement of the hind leg and can cause the joint to lock. Over time, this abnormal friction can lead to painful joint wear and tear, known as osteoarthritis.

  Physisch · Passing: Normal

  Deep dive+

• Cryptorchidism

  Fortpflanzung

  Cryptorchidism is a developmental condition of the male reproductive system where one or both testicles fail to descend normally into the scrotum. Instead, the undescended testicle remains trapped inside the abdomen or in the groin area. This failure to descend is a physical development issue rather than an active illness, but it alters how the reproductive organs develop.

  Physisch · Passing: CARRIER

  Deep dive+

• Color Dilution Alopecia (CDA)(CDA)

  Haut und Fell

  Color Dilution Alopecia is a genetic skin disorder that affects dogs with diluted coat colors, such as blue, fawn, or lilac. It is caused by an abnormal distribution of pigment within the hair shafts, which makes the hair brittle and prone to breaking. This structural weakness leads to progressive hair loss and leaves the skin more vulnerable to irritation.

  Haut · Passing: CARRIER

  Deep dive+

• Demodicosis / Demodectic mange

  Haut und Fell

  Demodicosis is a skin disease caused by an overgrowth of microscopic Demodex mites that naturally live inside a dog's hair follicles. While these mites are normally harmless, an inherited or acquired weakness in the immune system can allow them to multiply uncontrollably. This overgrowth leads to inflammation and damage to the skin barrier.

  Haut · Passing: CARRIER

  Deep dive+

• Histiocytoma

  Haut und Fell

  A histiocytoma is a non-cancerous (benign) skin growth that originates from Langerhans cells, which are part of the dog's immune system. These cells normally help protect the skin, but they can sometimes overgrow to form a small, harmless lump. In the vast majority of cases, these tumors are completely benign and will shrink and disappear on their own.

  Haut

  Deep dive+

• Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (Cutaneous asthenia)(EDS)

  Haut und Fell

  Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, also known as cutaneous asthenia, is an inherited connective tissue disorder that affects the skin and joints. It is caused by a genetic defect in collagen, which is the primary structural protein that provides strength and elasticity to tissues. Because of this defect, the skin lacks its normal structural integrity, making it unusually fragile, thin, and loose.

  Haut · Passing: CLEAR

  Deep dive+

• Pattern baldness

  Haut und Fell

  Pattern baldness is a cosmetic, genetically influenced condition affecting the skin and coat. It occurs when hair follicles gradually shrink over time, leading to localized hair loss. Because there is no underlying inflammation or infection, the skin itself remains healthy and unaffected.

  Haut

  Deep dive+

• Seborrhea

  Haut und Fell

  Primary seborrhea is an inherited skin disorder where the body's natural process of shedding and replacing skin cells happens much too quickly. This rapid cell turnover disrupts the skin's protective barrier and causes an overproduction of sebum, which is the natural oil produced by the skin's glands. As a result, the skin becomes either excessively greasy or very dry and flaky.

  Haut · Passing: CARRIER

  Deep dive+

• Mitral valve dysplasia(MVD)

  Herz

  Mitral valve dysplasia is a congenital heart defect where the mitral valve, which acts as a one-way gate on the left side of the heart, does not form correctly. This malformation prevents the valve from closing tightly, allowing blood to leak backward instead of pumping efficiently to the body. Over time, this leakage strains the heart muscle, which can lead to heart enlargement and eventual heart failure.

  Ultraschall · Passing: NORMAL

  Deep dive+

• Pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency(PKD)

  Herz und Kreislauf

  Pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency is an inherited metabolic disorder affecting red blood cells, which lack a vital enzyme needed to produce energy. Without this enzyme, the red blood cells break down prematurely, leading to a severe shortage of oxygen-carrying cells, a condition known as chronic anemia. Over time, this constant cell destruction can cause secondary damage to organs like the liver and bone marrow.

  DNA · Passing: CARRIER

  Deep dive+

• Sick sinus syndrome(SSS)

  Herz und Kreislauf

  Sick sinus syndrome is a disorder of the heart's electrical system, specifically affecting the sinoatrial node, which acts as the heart's natural pacemaker. This malfunction causes the heart to beat too slowly, too quickly, or with long pauses, disrupting normal blood flow to the body. An echocardiogram (an ultrasound of the heart) is typically performed alongside electrical monitoring to rule out other structural heart diseases before proceeding with treatment.

  Physisch · Passing: NORMAL

  Deep dive+

• Congenital deafness(CHSD)

  Nervensystem

  Congenital deafness is a hereditary hearing loss present from birth that affects the inner ear's sensory cells, preventing sound signals from reaching the brain. It is often linked to specific genetic variants, such as those associated with certain coat patterns like merle or piebald, or breed-specific conditions like Early Onset Adult Deafness (EOAD). This genetic defect causes the vital blood supply to the inner ear to fail, leading to the permanent degeneration of the hearing nerve cells.

  Physisch · Passing: BILATERAL_HEARING

  Deep dive+

• Urolithiasis

  Nieren

  Urolithiasis is the formation of mineral stones within the urinary tract, which includes the kidneys, bladder, and connecting tubes. These solid crystal clusters develop when minerals in the urine clump together instead of dissolving. Over time, these stones can irritate the sensitive lining of the urinary system or completely block the flow of urine.

  Passing: CARRIER

  Deep dive+

• von Willebrand's disease(vWD)

  Stoffwechsel

  Von Willebrand disease is an inherited bleeding disorder that affects the blood's ability to clot properly. It is caused by a deficiency or malfunction of the von Willebrand factor, a specific protein that helps blood platelets stick together to plug damaged blood vessels. Without enough of this functional protein, the clotting process is delayed, which can lead to excessive bleeding even from minor injuries.

  Passing: CARRIER

  Deep dive+