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Info on Blue Miniature Pinschers
Info from Dr. Barbara Kummell, DVM
The Miniature Pinscher is a fairly heathly compared to many other breeds. Some of the breed's major problems are patellar luxation, cervical (dry) disc, legg-calve perthes, epilepsy, thyroid, heart defects and eye problems in varying degrees of severity. There are more problems but these are the major concern at this time.
Health Research
The MPCA is making every effort to support research that will be of benefit to the miniature pinscher breed. It is currently participating in several research projects. To view information on the research studies, click here.
The MPCA Donor Program allows people to contribute to health research. The funds from the sale of the Limitied Edition Min Pin Pin also goes into the research fund. The MPCA also participates in the Purina Parent Club Partnership Program.
MPCA Health Survey
Please participate by downloading and completing the Health Survey. The survey may be submitted anonymously to the MPCA Health & Research Chairman, Mr. Larry Dewey.
Click here, to download the survey.
Canine Rabies Challenge Studies Begin
One of the most important vaccine research studies in veterinary medicine is underway at the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in Madison.
More information and regular updates on The Rabies Challenge Fund and the concurrent 5 and 7 year challenge studies it is financing can be found at the fund's website designed by volunteer Andrea Brin at: www.RabiesChallengeFund.org.
Purdue Investigation of Vaccine Reactions in Dogs
The AKC Canine Health Foundation has funded a 2-year study to investigate the causes for vaccination-induced allergic reactions in dogs. For more info click here.
UCDavis researches IVDD
UCDavis researches Intervertebral Disk Disease (IVDD) in affected breeds. Their aim is to identify genes that contribute to IVDD. For more info click here.
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