Breeding suitability guide — German Spitz
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DNA-Identitätsnachweis | Blutprobe (DNA-Profil) | DNA-Lagerung und DNA-Karte vorhanden | — | VDH |
| Progressive rod-cone degeneration (PRCD-PRA) (PRA-prcd) | — | Ergebnis prcd-PRA frei (N/N) oder Träger (N/PRCD); Träger nur mit prcd-PRA-freien Partnern; betroffene Tiere ausgeschlossen | Autosomal recessive | VDH |
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | Roentgen | Grad A, B oder C (leichte HD / Grad C nur mit HD-freiem Partner, mittlere/schwere HD ausgeschlossen) | Polygenic | VDH |
| Patellar Luxation (PL) | Physisch | Grade 0 or 1 | Polygenic | VDH |
| Albinism | DNA | Träger dürfen nur mit Nichtträgern verpaart werden. | Autosomal recessive | VDH |
| Wesensbeurteilung | Verhaltenstest | Bestandene Verhaltensbeurteilung oder bestandene Begleithundeprüfung | — | VDH |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
We currently have no structured mating rules for this breed. Please consult your club's regulation.
3. Recommended additional tests
Sensible additions for line planning.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Approved from | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) (PRA) | — | CLEAR | Autosomal recessive | AI-Vet |
| Cataract (HC) | Augen | CLEAR | Complex | AI-Vet |
| Growth hormone-responsive dermatosis; adrenal sex hormone-responsive dermatosis | Koerperfluessigkeiten | — | Complex | AI-Vet |
| Hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) | — | CLEAR | Autosomal dominant | 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'