HEALTH

Like any other breed the Chihuahua is predisposed to some breed specific health concerns.
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Some of the breed's health predispositions include : luxating patellas, heart concerns (such as murmurs) or eye concerns (such as ulcers). Other concerns such as CM (Chiari-Like Malformation) can also be found in the breed.
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Alongside this, it is important to note that the breed is Brachycephalic, however incidences of BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome) do seem to be low. 
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OFA Testing Recommendations : ​
Patella Scoring 
Cardiac Exam (basic or advanced)
Eye Screening
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Kennel Club Health Standard : ​
BVA Eye Screening Scheme
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As a kennel we ensure that all of our breeding dogs are thoroughly health tested and strongly suggest that buyers purchase from breeders who do the same. Whilst this is not a guarantee it gives us the best chance of producing healthy offspring - we cannot know if our dogs are truly healthy without carrying out these tests.