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Please Note:\u00a0<\/strong>PSLRA is a “Not For Profit” Club, IRS 501C7.\u00a0 Donations made to PSLRA are not tax deductible.<\/p>\n Each year PSLRA identifies Health Research for the betterment of Labrador Retrievers, and makes an annual contribution based on recommendations from Board and Club members.<\/p>\n If you would like to support PSLRA in these efforts, as well as Labrador Retriever Health Research in general, please consider donating to this fund.<\/p>\n If you do not require your donation to be tax deductible, and would like to donate to PSLRA’s Labrador Retriever Health Research Fund, please follow the link below:<\/p>\n Donate<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″ \/][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Toggle – What’s a Lab?” title=”What is a Labrador?” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_text_color=”#00470f” body_text_align=”left” background_color=”#ffe9a7″ border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#00470f” border_style_all=”double” text_orientation=”left” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_module=”51598″ saved_tabs=”all” open=”off” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffe9a7″]<\/p>\n The Labrador Retriever is currently the most popular dog in the United States.\u00a0 One reason for that popularity is the amazing versatility of the breed.\u00a0 Labradors excel as guide dogs, in the show, obedience, rally, and agility rings, as therapy animals, as hunting companions, in search and rescue work, and, of course, as family pets.\u00a0[Read More]<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″ \/][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Toggle – Breed Standard” title=”LRC Breed Standard” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_color=”#00470f” background_color=”#ffe9a7″ border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#00470f” border_style_all=”double” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_module=”51615″ saved_tabs=”all” open=”off”]<\/p>\n General Appearance<\/span><\/b> [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″ \/][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Toggle – Illustrated Breed Standard” title=”Illustrated Breed Standard” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_text_color=”#00470f” body_text_align=”left” background_color=”#ffe9a7″ border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#00470f” border_style_all=”double” text_orientation=”left” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_module=”51599″ saved_tabs=”all” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Labrador Retriever is a working dog bred to perform retrieving tasks in any kind of weather or environment.\u00a0 It possesses the physical characteristics and temperament that allow it to adapt to many parts of the world and to a variety of work beyond the shooting field.\u00a0 [Read More]<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″ \/][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Toggle – AKC Standard” title=”AKC – Labrador Retriever ” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_text_color=”#00470f” body_text_align=”left” background_color=”#ffe9a7″ border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#00470f” border_style_all=”double” text_orientation=”left” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_module=”51601″ saved_tabs=”all” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The gentle, intelligent and family-friendly Labrador Retriever from England continues to be the most popular breed in the United States, according to\u00a0AKC registration statistics. This versatile hunting breed comes in three colors: yellow, black and chocolate.\u00a0\u00a0[Read More]<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″ \/][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Toggle – Breed Type” title=”Breed Type” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_color=”#00470f” background_color=”#ffe9a7″ border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#00470f” border_style_all=”double” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_module=”51603″ saved_tabs=”all” open=”off”]<\/p>\n English versus American:\u00a0 There is only one breed of dog known as the Labrador Retriever, described by the\u00a0Standard of the Breed.<\/a> Within Labrador Retriever breed type there are variations in body style which have evolved to suit the use of the dog, as well as the preferences of individual breeders and owners. In the United States the general public has begun to label these variations mistakenly as “English or “American” style. Perhaps a better description for variations in style is “show\/conformation” or “working\/field” styles. [Read More]<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″ \/][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Toggle – Designer Dogs” title=”Designer Dogs ” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_color=”#00470f” background_color=”#ffe9a7″ border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#00470f” border_style_all=”double” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_module=”51604″ saved_tabs=”all” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Labrador Retriever Club, Incorporated is dedicated to the health and welfare of the Labrador Retriever breed, while conserving the original breed function – that of a “working retriever.”\u00a0 A purebred dog offers its owner the likelihood that he will be a specific size, shape, color and temperament. [Read More]<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Toggle – Volunteer” title=”Volunteer” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_color=”#00470f” background_color=”#ffe9a7″ border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#00470f” border_style_all=”double” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_module=”52553″ saved_tabs=”all” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Want to help make our events a success, and join in on the fun?\u00a0 Visit our Volunteer page to see the Volunteer Opportunities PSLRA currently has available. [Read More]<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_toggle admin_label=”Toggle – Join PSLRA” title=”Join PSLRA” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_color=”#00470f” background_color=”#ffe9a7″ border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#00470f” border_style_all=”double” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_module=”51607″ saved_tabs=”all” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Want to become a PSLRA Member?\u00a0 Visit our Membership page to learn more about PSLRA, and to submit an on-line Membership application.\u00a0\u00a0[Read More]<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″ \/][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Labrador Retriever Health” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Lab Health Overview” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Breeding quality Labrador Retrievers is a costly and time-consuming undertaking if done properly.\u00a0\u00a0Responsible breeders plan litters carefully, maintain standards and strive to achieve improvement with each generation.\u00a0 <\/i>Anyone interested in owning or breeding a Labrador Retriever\u00a0should become familiar with the various medical conditions, and appropriate health clearances, before deciding to obtain a Labrador.<\/p>\n We also suggest you review PSLRA’s Code of Ethics<\/a> which outlines the Club’s position regarding the minimum required health screening \/ clearances for both parents prior to breeding.<\/p>\n The following are known health issues in the Labrador Retriever breed:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Hip Dysplasia” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Hip Dysplasia typically develops because of an abnormally developed hip joint, but can also be caused by cartilage damage from a traumatic fracture.\u00a0 With cartilage damage or a hip joint that isn\u2019t formed properly, over time the existing cartilage will lose its thickness and elasticity.\u00a0 This breakdown of the cartilage will eventually result in pain with any joint movement. No one can predict when or even if a dysplastic dog will start showing clinical signs of lameness due to pain. Severity of the disease can be affected by environmental factors, such as caloric intake or level of exercise. There are a number of dysplastic dogs with severe arthritis that run, jump, and play as if nothing is wrong and some dogs with barely any arthritic x-ray evidence that are severely lame.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Elbow Dysplasia” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Elbow Dysplasia<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Elbow dysplasia is a general term used to identify an inherited polygenic disease in the elbow. Three specific etiologies make up this disease and they can occur independently or in conjunction with one another. These etiologies include:<\/p>\n Studies have shown the inherited\u00a0polygenic\u00a0traits causing these etiologies are independent of one another. Clinical signs involve lameness which may remain subtle for long periods of time.\u00a0 No one can predict at what age lameness will occur in a dog due to a large number of genetic and environmental factors such as degree of severity of changes, rate of weight gain, amount of exercise, etc. Subtle changes in gait may be characterized by excessive inward deviation of the paw which raises the outside of the paw so that it receives less weight and distributes more mechanical weight on the outside (lateral) aspect of the elbow joint away from the lesions located on the inside of the joint. Range of motion in the elbow is also decreased.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Eye Screening ” _builder_version=”3.15″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Eye Screening – Companion Animal Eye Registry (CAER)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n The purpose of the OFA Companion Animal Eye Registry (CAER) is to provide breeders with information regarding canine eye diseases so that they may make informed breeding decisions in an effort to produce healthier dogs.\u00a0 CAER certifications will be performed by board certified (ACVO) veterinary ophthalmologists.<\/p>\n For Labrador Retrievers, the examinations are generally conducted at 7 weeks of age, then annually up to the age of 10 years.<\/p>\n The procedure, which is conducted yearly, involves a careful and comprehensive examination of the eye.\u00a0 To start with, the dog\u2019s pupils are dilated with eye drops. The examiner then illuminates the eye with a penlight to look for any key abnormality.<\/p>\n The eye is then examined in detail using a slit lamp bio-microscope to identify any diminutive anomalies in the lens, cornea, and in the anterior chamber.\u00a0 During this part of the exam anomalies such as distichia, cataracts, vitreal degenerations, and corneal dystrophy may be noticed.<\/p>\n Lastly, the retina is examined using an ophthalmoscope (usually an indirect ophthalmoscope). This exam provides the examiner a lucid view of all the parts of the retina.\u00a0 The indirect ophthalmoscope device offers the veterinarian with proper optics and a light source.\u00a0 Problems such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Retinal Dysplasia, optic nerve hypoplasia, choroidal hypoplasia may be revealed during this part of the examination.<\/p>\n If any problems are identified during these examinations, they are recorded in an official form by the Ophthalmologist.\u00a0\u00a0Regardless of whether owners submit their CAER exam forms to the OFA for \u201ccertification,\u201d all CAER exam data is collected for aggregate statistical purposes to provide information on trends in eye disease and breed susceptibility.\u00a0 Clinicians and students of ophthalmology as well as interested breed clubs, individual breeders and owners of specific breeds will find this useful.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia” _builder_version=”3.15″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Tricuspid valve dysplasia (TVD) in dogs is a congenital heart condition In medical terms, dysplasia means a malformation; TVD is a condition in which the heart’s tricuspid valve forms improperly during embryonic development. Like the human heart, a dog’s heart is divided into two halves. The tricuspid valve is in the right half between the right atrium and the right ventricle. Its job is to prevent the back flow of oxygen-depleted blood as it flows from the right atrium to the right ventricle on its way to becoming oxygenated once again by the lungs via the pulmonary artery.<\/p>\n Made up of irregularly shaped flaps, the tricuspid valve forms a barrier when blood tries to work its way back into the right atrium as the right ventricle contracts. In utero, these flaps are adhered to the ventricle wall. Normally, cellular degeneration takes place and the flaps are detached. In dogs with TVD, this degeneration does not take place and the flaps remain connected to the ventricle wall, hampering the valve from doing its job of preventing the blood’s back flow. Blood is then regurgitated, or leaked, back into the right atrium, increasing the workload of the right side of the heart.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”EIC” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC) is an inherited neuromuscular disorder affecting Labrador Retrievers. EIC presents as exercise intolerance in apparently healthy dogs.\u00a0 Affected dogs are usually diagnosed before two years of age and appear normal during low to moderately strenuous activity.\u00a0 However, shortly after 5-20 minutes of strenuous exercise affected dogs will begin to walk with a wobbly, uncoordinated gait that often only affects the hind limbs.\u00a0 Dogs remain mentally alert and are not in pain during episodes of EIC. In some circumstances, the symptoms of EIC can progress to full body weakness with low muscle tone (flaccid paralysis), confusion, loss of consciousness, seizures and very rarely, death. The episodes typically last 5-10 minutes and most dogs will completely recover within 15-30 minutes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”CNM” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Centronuclear\u00a0Myopathy\u00a0is an inherited progressive muscle disease affecting Labrador retrievers. Though the severity of symptoms is variable, affected dogs typically present between 6 weeks to 7 months of age with exercise intolerance, awkward gait and difficulty eating. As the disease progresses, symptoms also include generalized muscle\u00a0Atrophy, downward flexion of the head and neck, low muscle tone and more frequent episodes of collapse when exposed to cold temperatures. Progression of the disease tends to stabilize around one year of age and dogs typically have a normal life span, but affected dogs usually have life-long medical problems due to the underlying muscle disease.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.15″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”DM” _builder_version=”3.15″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Degenerative Myelopathy is an inherited neurologic disorder caused by a Mutation of the SOD1 gene known to be carried by Labrador retrievers. This mutation is found in many breeds of dog, though it is not clear for Labrador retrievers whether all dogs carrying two copies of the mutation will develop the disease. The variable presentation between breeds suggests that there are environmental or other genetic factors responsible for modifying disease expression. The average age of onset for dogs with degenerative myelopathy is approximately nine years of age. The disease affects the White Matter tissue of the spinal cord and is considered the canine equivalent to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig\u2019s disease) found in humans. Affected dogs usually present in adulthood with gradual muscle Atrophy and loss of coordination typically beginning in the hind limbs due to degeneration of the nerves. The condition is not typically painful for the dog, but will progress until the dog is no longer able to walk. The gait of dogs affected with degenerative myelopathy can be difficult to distinguish from the gait of dogs with hip dysplasia, arthritis of other joints of the hind limbs, or intervertebral disc disease. Late in the progression of disease, dogs may lose fecal and urinary continence and the forelimbs may be affected. Affected dogs may fully lose the ability to walk 6 months to 2 years after the onset of symptoms. Affected medium to large breed dogs, such as the Labrador retriever, can be difficult to manage and owners often elect euthanasia when their dog can no longer support weight in the hind limbs.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.89″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”prcd-PRA” _builder_version=”3.15″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n The OptiGen prcd-PRA test is a DNA-based test that helps you avoid one form of Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA). PRA refers to a group of diseases that cause the retina of the eye to degenerate slowly over time. The result is declining vision and eventual blindness. \u201cprcd\u201d stands for \u201cprogressive rod-cone degeneration\u201d which is the type of PRA known in several breeds. AFTER reading the information on this page, you can link to information specifically about the breed in which you are interested.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.95″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”RD\/OSD” _builder_version=”3.15″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|”]<\/p>\n Retinal Dysplasia-retinal folds (RD) is a common clinical observation in many dog breeds. Since many retinal folds are benign and of unknown heritability, veterinary ophthalmologists will often advise that breeding dogs with RD is an acceptable option. However, in Labrador Retrievers RD is of much greater concern. RD in Labradors will cause a dog to fail a CAER examination, the recommended annual eye examination that is done in North America by certified veterinary ophthalmologists, diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ACVO).<\/p>\n In such cases, breeding is not advised because RD in these breeds can be an indication that the dog is a carrier of a serious inherited syndrome called OSD (OculoSkeletal Dysplasia). OSD is a severe condition in which the dogs show a variety of skeletal malformations, including shortened limbs (dwarfism), and blindness at an early age; the blindness results from a generalized malformation of the retina that causes a partial or full retinal detachment and cataracts.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”SD Type 2″ _builder_version=”3.0.105″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Several hereditary forms of disproportionate dwarfism or \u201cshort-legged\u201d phenotype have been recognized by breeders of Labrador Retrievers over the years. A distinct form of a mild skeletal dysplasia type 2, termed SD2, is characterized by short legs with normal body length and width. In contrast to more severe conditions such as Oculoskeletal Dysplasia (OSD) or radius curvus deformity, SD2 has a very subtle phenotype without any obvious ocular or auditory defects and without known secondary joint problems. Still, this form of disproportionate dwarfism is not a desirable trait and can result in Labrador Retrievers failing to reach the height standard for the breed.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#00470f” show_divider=”on” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2″ height=”1px” _builder_version=”3.0.92″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”HNPK” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ custom_padding=”15px||0px|” background_layout=”light”]<\/p>\n Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis is an inherited disease affecting the nose of Labrador Retrievers. Beginning around 6 to 12 months of age, affected dogs develop dry, rough, gray to brown crusts and rarely, painful cracks on the tip of the nose. 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\nThe Labrador Retriever is a strongly built, medium-sized, short-coupled, dog possessing a sound, athletic, well-balanced conformation that enables it to function as a retrieving gun dog; the substance and soundness to hunt waterfowl or upland game for long hours under difficult conditions; the character and quality to win in the show ring; and the temperament to be a family companion.<\/span> [Read More]<\/a><\/p>\nLabrador Retriever Health<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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