Elbow dysplasia (ED)has been identified as a significant problem in many breeds but as the principle cause of ED is genetic, screening can hopefully reduce the problem in the canine population through selective breeding. To find out more about the disease and why screening is important, please download and read the leaflet below (.pdf 35Kb).
Elbow Dysplasia in Dogs - Downloadable document

If you have decided to have your dog(s) screened, or to learn about the procedure of screening, please download and read the procedure notes given below (.pdf 116Kb). Please read this leaflet before submitting your dog(s) as failure to do so may result in delays.
Procedure Notes - Downloadable document

Publication of results
The Kennel Club, as the regulating body for all pedigree dogs in the UK, publish hip and elbow dysplasia and eye examination results and add the result to the dog's pedigree record, as well as to the records of any progeny of the dog.