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‘The Irish Water Spaniel does not suffer from any breed specific diseases but they can contract any disease common to all dogs. All breeding stock should be hip scored as a minimum requirement. Below is some further information and tests available for some of the diseases which more commonly affect the IWS.

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DNA sampling to help in future genetic research.
 
 
Find out more about Hip Dysplasia and its effects.
  

BVA Eye Testing

Canine Epilepsy Research

IWSA Health Improvement Project
Along with the SIWSC (Sporting Irish Water Spaniel Club), we are trying to build a better picture of the health issues which affect the Irish Water Spaniel.
 
Please help us by using the link below to download the SIWSC's breed health questionnaire and completing the form. The address to which the forms should be returned is shown on the form itself.

click here to download the IWSA Breed Health Survey Form

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