Breed Health Statement

The following are the health tests that the Board of Directors of the Alaskan Malamute Club of America consider both required and optional for all members and breeders of Alaskan Malamutes.

Required Tests:
     Hip Dysplasia – screening for hip dysplasia
     Eyes – screening for phenotype abnormalities
     Polyneuropathy – DNA test

Recommended Tests:
     Elbow Dysplasia – screening for elbow dysplasia
     Cardiac Disease – screening for congenital heart disease
     Thyroid Disease – screening for thyroid abnormalities
     Cone Degeneration – DNA test
     Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia – DNA test

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