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What health problems can be found in basenjis?

BCOA Health Information
http://www.basenji.org/PUBLIC/BasenjiHealthPages.pdfweeblylink_new_window

The above link provides information on the following:
Fanconi Syndrome
IPSID - Immunoproliferative Small Intestinal Disease
Hemolytic Anemia
Thyroid Problems
Hip Displaysia
Patella Luxation
Persistent Pupillary Membrane (PPM)
Basenji Retinopathy/Progressive Renal Atrophy (PRA)
Coloboma
Corneal Dystrophy
Umbilical & Inguinal Hernias

What are the minimum requirements for the health testing of all breeding stock as followed by the Basenji Club of America's 'Code of Practices.'?

OFA Certifications of the following:
CERF Eye Exam (By a certified veterinary ophthalmologist)
OFA Hips
OFA Fanconi Syndrome Direct Test
OFA PRA-BJ1 Direct Test
OFA Thyroid

Where can I verify health testing?

The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)
http://offa.org/index.htmlweeblylink_new_window



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