Health Testing...Doesn't mean a yearly vet visit

Health testing is done to check for genetic diseases such as heart murmurs, luxating patellas, hip dysplasia, thyroid problems etc. are just some of the genetic issues that run in the APBT and can be passed to their offspring.

These types of testing are tools often used by breeders to screen dogs when making important decisions about breeding.

It is also used by some working dog owners to check for problems before beginning strenuous working events.

Pet owners to do it to for peace of mind and also to better care for their pets.

Here are some great sites were you can find tons of info on health testing and genetic diseases .

OFA website
http://www.offa.org/

Penn Hip website:
http://www.pennhip.org/

CERF:
http://www.vmdb.org/cerf.html

BAER
http://www.lsu.edu/deafness/baerexpl.htm