Good breeders work to avoid potential health issues by using health histories, health screening, or even genetic testing.
Cataracts Cloudiness of lens in the eye
Hyperlipidemia Inability to process fats properly
MAC Mycobacterium Avium Complex
Pancreatitis Inflammation of the pancreas
Portosystemic Shunts (PSS) Liver shunts
Urolithiasis “Stones” somewhere in urinary tract
AMSC HEALTH COMMITTEE is available to provide additional information and may be reached via email – Health@amsc.us – This email is monitored daily.
American Association of Holistic Veterinarians WEB LINKS
American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
American College of Veterinary Nutrition
American Kennel Club
Association of American Veterinary Colleges
AVMA Disaster Preparedness
AVMA Health Study Database
Bladder Stones and Related Articles – University of Minnesota Stone Center
Board Certified Vet Specialist Locator
CHIC
Clinical Trials Locator
Find A Vet School
Toxicology Database
Veterinary Cancer Society Clinical Trials Locator
Veterinary Information Network – excellent website!
Veterinary Merck Manual
NOTE: These web pages are provided as information only and do NOT represent Veterinary medical advice. Owners should discuss their pet’s needs with their Veterinarian who will be up to date on current protocols and advances in Veterinary Medicine.
