Breeding suitability guide — Dutch Shepherd (Shorthair)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elbow Dysplasia (ED) | Roentgen | FCI 0 or 1 / OFA Normal | Polygenic | HD-Curated |
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | Roentgen | FCI A or B / OFA Fair or better | Polygenic | HD-Curated |
| Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) | DNA | Clear or Carrier | Autosomal recessive | HD-Curated |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) (PRA)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monorchidism | Physisch | CARRIER | Complex | Legacy |
| Dental abnormalities | — | CARRIER | Complex | Legacy |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) (PRA) | — | CLEAR | Autosomal recessive | Legacy |
| Cryptorchidism | Physisch | CARRIER | Complex | Legacy |
| Epilepsy (IE) | Physisch | no epilepsy | Complex | Legacy |
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'