Breeding suitability guide — Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cone-rod dystrophy 3 (crd3) (crd3) | — | Clear or Carrier | Autosomal recessive | Legacy |
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | Roentgen | FCI A or B (or OFA Excellent/Good/Fair) | 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.
Cone-rod dystrophy 3 (crd3) (crd3)
Autosomal rezessiv: Beide Elterntiere müssen den Test bestehen (Ergebnis CLEAR oder besser). Zwei Träger sollten nicht verpaart 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'