Breeding suitability guide — Saint Bernard
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) | ordnungsgemäße Kennzeichnung (Chipnummer) | — | VDH |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
Elbow Dysplasia (ED)
Polygenisch — beide Elterntiere sollten mindestens das Ergebnis "1" erreichen. Idealerweise besser. Phenotypen aus belasteten Linien sollten nicht für die Zucht herangezogen werden.
LegacyHip dysplasia (HD)
Polygenisch — beide Elterntiere sollten mindestens das Ergebnis "C" erreichen. Idealerweise besser. Phenotypen aus belasteten Linien sollten nicht für die Zucht herangezogen werden.
Legacy3. Recommended additional tests
Sensible additions for line planning.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Approved from | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) | Roentgen | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Dermoids | Physisch | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Exposure keratopathy syndrome (exophthalmos, lagophthalmos, and/or macroblepharon) (EKS) | Augen | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Cataract (HC) | Augen | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Elbow Dysplasia (ED) | Roentgen | Grade 1 or better | Polygenic | Legacy |
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | Roentgen | C or better | Polygenic | Legacy |
| Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (Cutaneous asthenia) (EDS) | Haut | — | Autosomal dominant | CIDD |
| Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) | Ultraschall | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Epilepsy (IE) | Physisch | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Bleeding disorder | — | — | Unknown | CIDD |
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'