Our health testing levels for the Spanish Water Dog
We group breeding programs into three levels based on testing depth. Ask your breeder directly which level they meet.
A breeder at the Great level performs all mandatory tests plus 3 additional clinically recommended screenings that reduce risk in this breed.
In addition to mandatory tests:
Pectinate ligament dysplasia(PLD)
Augen
Pectinate ligament dysplasia is an inherited eye condition where the tiny, comb-like tissue fibers in the drainage angle of the eye do not develop normally. This malformation restricts the natural outflow of fluid from the eye, causing fluid to build up. Over time, this buildup can lead to a dangerous increase in pressure within the eye, a condition known as glaucoma.
Augen · Passing: Frei oder Mild
Cataract(HC)
Augen und Sehvermögen
A cataract is a progressive clouding of the lens inside the dog's eye, which is the clear structure that focuses light onto the retina at the back of the eye. When the lens becomes cloudy or opaque, it blocks light from entering, gradually impairing the dog's vision. If left untreated, this condition can eventually lead to complete blindness in the affected eye.
Augen · Passing: CLEAR
Elbow Dysplasia(ED)
Bewegungsapparat
Elbow dysplasia is a developmental disorder of the musculoskeletal system where the three bones forming the elbow joint do not fit together properly. This misalignment causes abnormal friction and wear on the joint cartilage, eventually leading to painful, chronic joint inflammation and arthritis. It is a complex genetic condition influenced by multiple genes.
Roentgen · Passing: ED 0 (Frei)
These levels are a comparison framework, not an official certification. They help compare breeding programs at a glance.