The Health Sub-Committee are holding the above testing sessions at the Breed Championship Show (Malvern) on Sunday, 4th April, 2010.  The cost of the JRD test is £20 for members (generously subsidised by the Society) inclusive of the certificate and $75 (Canadian) again with the certificate for non members. The PR test will cost £10 for one dog or £7 per dog if two or more owned by the same person/s are presented for examination. If you would like to book an appointment, please either phone Val Jones or email her via the link on the Contacts Page - it will be on a first come, first served basis.

The Health Sub-Committee was formed to monitor the health status of the Flatcoated Retriever, offer advice and general support to members and non-members in times of crisis and at all times to maintain strict confidentiality.  However, the Society asks everyone to appreciate that although any advice is given in good faith, neither they nor the Representative concerned can be held legally responsible.

This article also contains the Health Survey results and links to the Kennel Club, BVA, AHT and relevant forms.

The Health Sub Committee are at present investigating the incidence of the above condition in the Flatcoated Retriever. It must be stressed that this investigation is in its infancy and all findings are being submitted to the Kennel Club for further advice and guidance from their Geneticists.  When more is known, a further statement will be issued.