Breeding suitability guide — Wolfspitz
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) | DNA-Lagerung nebst DNA-Karte nach ISAG 2006-Standard nachgewiesen | — | VDH |
| Wesensbeurteilung | Verhaltenstest | Erfüllung der Mindestanforderungen oder bestandene Begleithundeprüfung | — | VDH |
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | X-ray | HD A–B | Polygenic | VDH |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
We currently have no structured mating rules for this breed. Please consult your club's regulation.
3. Recommended additional tests
Sensible additions for line planning.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Approved from | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) (PRA) | — | clear or carrier | Autosomal recessive | CIDD |
| Growth hormone-responsive dermatosis; adrenal sex hormone-responsive dermatosis | Body-fluid analysis | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Tetralogy of Fallot (ToF) | Ultrasound | normal | Complex | CIDD |
| Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) (PDA) | Ultrasound | normal | Polygenic | CIDD |
| Ventricular septal defect (VSD) | — | normal | Complex | CIDD |
| Epilepsy (IE) | Physical examination | — | Complex | CIDD |
| Diabetes mellitus (DM) | Body-fluid analysis | — | Complex | 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 extract the results from each upload using AI and check them for consistency with the dog's profile — the profile tile then shows 'verified'