Breeding suitability guide — Ibizan Hound
For breeders: which tests, which thresholds, which mating rules apply
1. Mandatory tests for parents
Deutscher Windhundzucht- und Rennverband e.V. (DWZRV) requires these tests for breeding approval — they must be on file for every breeding animal.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Passing result | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cataract (HC) | Eye examination | clear | Complex | Deutscher Windhundzucht- und Rennverband e.V. (DWZRV) |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) (PRA) | — | clear | Autosomal recessive | Deutscher Windhundzucht- und Rennverband e.V. (DWZRV) |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
Cataract (HC)
See the mating rule in your club's regulation.
Deutscher Windhundzucht- und Rennverband e.V. (DWZRV)Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) (PRA)
See the mating rule in your club's regulation.
Deutscher Windhundzucht- und Rennverband e.V. (DWZRV)3. Recommended additional tests
Sensible additions for line planning.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Passing result | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | X-ray | HD A–B | Polygenic | AI-Vet |
| Congenital deafness (CHSD) | Physical examination | hearing in both ears | Complex | CIDD (Univ. PEI) |
| Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) | DNA test | clear or carrier | Autosomal recessive | CIDD (Univ. PEI) |
| Primary hypothyroidism | — | normal | Complex | 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 extract the results from each upload using AI and check them for consistency with the dog's profile — the profile tile then shows 'verified'