Breeding suitability guide — Siberian Husky
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) | Completed | — | VDH |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
Cleft palate
Polygenisch — beide Elterntiere sollten mindestens das Ergebnis "CARRIER" erreichen. Idealerweise besser. Phenotypen aus belasteten Linien sollten nicht für die Zucht herangezogen werden.
LegacyPectinate ligament dysplasia (PLD)
Polygenisch — beide Elterntiere sollten mindestens das Ergebnis "CLEAR" erreichen. Idealerweise besser. Phenotypen aus belasteten Linien sollten nicht für die Zucht herangezogen werden.
LegacyLens luxation (PLL)
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.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Approved from | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleft palate | Physisch | CARRIER | Complex | Legacy |
| Laryngeal Paralysis (LP) | Roentgen | A | Complex | CIDD |
| Pectinate ligament dysplasia (PLD) | Augen | CLEAR | Complex | Legacy |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) (PRA) | — | CARRIER | Autosomal recessive | CIDD |
| Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG) | Augen | CLEAR | Autosomal recessive | CIDD |
| Lens luxation (PLL) | Augen | CLEAR | Autosomal recessive | Legacy |
| Pannus (Chronic Superficial Keratitis) (CSK) | Augen | CLEAR | Complex | CIDD |
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | Roentgen | B or better | Polygenic | CIDD |
| Hemophilia | Koerperfluessigkeiten | CLEAR | X-linked | CIDD |
| 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'