GCH CH ASCHER N SARJAN ROMANCING MISTER BRIDGERTON

I health test all of my show dogs through the AKC-recommended health testing guidelines, using those results to help guide me in determining what additional health testing may be appropriate for each dog and breed. For my Shih Tzu, I also take advantage of the health testing available through OFA, including cardiac and ophthalmic (eye) evaluations. I believe these examinations are valuable tools that can complement genetic testing. Genetic testing can identify specific inherited conditions or known mutations, while physical health evaluations such as cardiac and eye examinations can provide additional information about a dog’s overall health and help identify concerns that may not be captured through genetic testing alone. My goal is to use multiple sources of health information—breed-specific recommendations, genetic testing, and appropriate OFA evaluations—to make informed decisions about my breeding program and promote the health and longevity of future generations.